Teaching Assistant (TA2) - Year 4 SEN Support

Veritas Education Recruitment; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is assisting a welcoming primary school in Morecambe to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA2) to support a Year 4 pupil with SEN. The role includes 1:1 support and general classroom help within Year 4, with close collaboration with staff to ensure academic and social progress.

The ideal candidate will have SEN and Autism experience, strong behaviour management, and a patient, nurturing approach, working well in a team while using initiative.

Qualifications

• Holds a minimum TA2 qualification.
• Has previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• Has experience supporting children with SEN and Autism.
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills.
• Is patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Works effectively as part of a team whilst using their own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional needs.
• Work as a general Teaching Assistant within the Year 4 classroom for part of the week.
• Support learning, engagement and participation across the curriculum.
• Implement strong behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO and support colleagues.
• Undertake some lunchtime supervision duties.

Skills

SEN support experience

Autism awareness

Team player

Education

TA2 qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant (TA2) - Year 4 SEN Support

Morecambe

08:45am - 3:15pm, Monday to Friday

Term Time Only

Start ASAP

Veritas Education is working closely with a welcoming primary school in Morecambe that is looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA2 minimum qualification required) to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a varied and rewarding role, splitting your time between providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional needs and offering general classroom support within Year 4. You will work closely alongside another experienced member of staff to ensure the pupil receives the support they need both academically and socially throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will have previous experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly Autism, and will be confident implementing effective strategies to manage behaviour positively and help pupils engage successfully in learning.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional needs
• Work as a general Teaching Assistant within the Year 4 classroom for part of the week
• Support learning, engagement and participation across the curriculum
• Implement strong behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques where required
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO and support colleagues
• Undertake some lunchtime supervision duties

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a minimum TA2 qualification
• Has previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Has experience supporting children with SEN and Autism
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills
• Is patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Works effectively as part of a team whilst using their own initiative

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment and make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

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.

Disclaimer

'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