Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Tendring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a student with special educational needs in Brightlingsea. The role includes personalized learning plans and close collaboration with teachers to foster a positive learning environment. Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Make a meaningful impact on young lives

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Passion for supporting individual student success is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities.
• Implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and professionals for holistic support.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Team Collaboration

Job description

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As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing dedicated support to a specific student with special educational needs. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals, you will be instrumental in creating and implementing a personalised learning plan that addresses the unique requirements of the student.

Learning Support Assistant - SEN - 1:1 - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training - Brightlingsea

Position: Teaching Assistant

Salary Scale: £89-£120 per day (Depending on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to understand the specific needs of the student.
• Implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.
• As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities and lessons.
• Foster positive relationships with the student, promoting their well-being and engagement.
• As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies tailored to the student's needs.
• Collaborate with parents and other professionals to ensure a holistic support system.
• As a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will support the overall positive and inclusive atmosphere of the school.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in providing 1:1 support to students with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting individual student success.
• Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

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