Teaching Assistant (SEN KS1) - Garstang

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD opportunities

Long-term role potential

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is working with a welcoming rural primary school in Garstang to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support SEN pupils in KS1. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 3:30pm, with immediate start.

You will provide 1:1 and small group interventions, assist the class teacher with learning activities and classroom management, and help pupils develop socially, emotionally, and academically.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in schools or similar settings.
• Knowledge of ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH is desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
• Working hours: 08:30am - 3:30pm.
• Supporting pupils with SEN in a KS1 classroom.
• Providing 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Assisting the class teacher with learning activities and classroom management.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Immediate start available.

Skills

SEN support

KS1

1:1 support

Small group interventions

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEN KS1) - Garstang

Immediate Start Full Time 08:30am - 3:30pm Rural Primary School

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive rural primary school in the Garstang area to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within Key Stage 1.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential in a nurturing school environment.

The Role

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday
• Working hours: 08:30am - 3:30pm
• Supporting pupils with SEN in a KS1 classroom
• Providing 1:1 and small group interventions
• Assisting the class teacher with learning activities and classroom management
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
• Immediate start available

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children with SEN, either in schools or similar settings
• Knowledge of additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH is desirable
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable, but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

The School

• Friendly rural primary school located in the Garstang area
• Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff
• Positive and inclusive learning environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference to children who require additional support

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity for a long-term role with potential for continuation
• Access to CPD and training opportunities

If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'