Teaching Assistant - SEN

Teaching Personnel; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Bournemouth. The role involves supporting teachers in providing assistance to students aged 4-11 with special educational needs. Candidates should have a caring approach, experience in mental health, and the ability to work in a Pupil Referral Unit. Full-time hours during term time only, with opportunities for training and 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits

Over 10 free SEN training courses

12.07% Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Must have relevant qualifications for the role.
• Experience with special educational needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in providing assistance to students with SEN.
• Help create a safe and productive environment for students.
• Empower students to face challenges with compassion.

Skills

Comfortable working in a PRU

Patient and caring approach

Experience with SEMH/mental health

Collaboration with teachers

Understanding positive behaviour strategies

Ability to de-escalate situations

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset

Salary: £13.75 an hour, Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

SEN Teaching Assistant – Opportunities via Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant may be for you! A SEN/PRU Primary School in Bournemouth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 4-11 years old, with various SEN and behavioural difficulties such as ADHD, ADD, ASD, CD, MLD, OCD, ODD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and other behavioural needs.

The school is extremely committed to preparing pupils for a safe, happy and productive adult life, as well as having amazing commitment to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare, and it is expected of all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this same commitment to maintain a vigilant and safe environment. Their approach in developing a strong relationship with their pupils helps empower the students to face and embrace challenges in a safe and consistent environment.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Applicant must be comfortable working in a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)
• A patient, resilient, innovative and caring individual with a compassionate approach to supporting children
• SEMH/mental health experience in or out of an educational setting
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time
• Monday and Tuesday = 08:30 – 16:00
• Wednesday and Thursday = 08:30 – 15:15
• Friday = 08:30 – 15:00
• Teaching Personnel offers its educators over 10 SEN training courses which are free of charge, plus plenty more with a generous discount!
• 12.07% Holiday Pay
• Please note, this role is Term-Time Only

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of SEN(D) schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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