Teaching Assistant. Job in Weston-super-mare Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in a special needs school. This role is perfect for those passionate about supporting students with various learning difficulties, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively. You will collaborate with teachers and external professionals to create a supportive environment, assisting in lesson planning and monitoring student progress. If you are committed to making a difference in young lives and are available for a long-term position until July 2025, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in small groups or one-to-one as directed.
• Assist with lesson planning and delivery tailored to individual needs.
• Monitor and record progress and achievements of students.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Experience with SEN

Planning and Delivery of Lessons

Education

Experience working with children

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - SEN

• Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30
• 100 - 125 per day, depending on experience
• Weston Super Mare - BS23
• Long-term and full-time until the end of this academic year
• Term time only
• Start ASAP

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about providing support to students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities, ensuring that they are able to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential?

We are working in partnership with a special needs school in Uphill, wo provide a learner-centered approach to pupils aged 4 to 18 with barriers to learning, including social emotional mental health needs, visual impairment, hearing impairment, speech, language and communication needs, autistic spectrum disorder and moderate learning difficulties

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant role:

• Supporting pupils in Key Stage 1 & 2 (Primary) and Key Stage 3, 4 & 5 (Secondary) in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, as directed by the class teacher or SENCO
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of lessons, activities, and resources that are tailored to individual needs
• Monitoring and recording progress and achievements of students, and providing feedback to teachers and parents/carers
• Planning and delivering interventions for learners' needs in order to help them progress academically and socially.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and external professionals to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful school culture

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (including youth work, PRU settings, or therapeutic support)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
• Available for commit to the school through to the end of the academic year (July 2025).

If you are a dynamic and committed Teaching Assistant with a passion for teaching and a desire to make a real difference to the lives of young students, we would love to hear from you - please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children