Teaching Assistant SEN

TN United Kingdom; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Devon and Cornwall. This full-time role offers the chance to work in various schools, helping students thrive in their educational journey. Ideal candidates will have backgrounds in youth work, sports coaching, or relevant qualifications. With opportunities for contract extension or permanent positions, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. Join a supportive team and contribute to an enriching learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work, sports coaching, or support work.
• Qualifications in Psychology, Health and Social Care, or Sociology.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in primary and secondary schools.
• Assist in creating a positive learning environment.

Skills

Youth Work

Sports Coaching

Support Work

Mentoring

Psychology

Health and Social Care

Sociology

Education

Enhanced Child Workforce DBS

Safeguarding Training

Job description

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Teaching Assistant Role in SEMH Schools - Devon & Cornwall

Prospero Teaching is seeking motivated and resilient Teaching Assistants to support students in Primary & Secondary SEMH schools across DEVON AND CORNWALL.

The schools cater to students in Key Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4 with an Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP) indicating SEMH needs.

This role is suitable for experienced staff as well as those with backgrounds in youth work, sports coaching, support work, mentoring children and young adults, or with qualifications in Psychology, Health and Social Care, and Sociology.

Depending on performance, there may be opportunities to extend the contract or secure a permanent position.

Contract Details

• Location – Various SW England
• Position – SEN Teaching Assistant
• Type of work – Supply
• Start date – ASAP
• Duration – Until the end of the academic year (July 2024)
• Contract type – Temporary
• Full-time/Part-time – Full-time
• Minimum pay rate – GBP 12 per hour
• Working hours – 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (may vary slightly)

Experience, Training, and Qualifications

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS or willingness to obtain one
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year

Eligibility Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• An enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the online update service or willingness to apply for a new one
• Two professional child-related references covering the last 2 years