SEN Teaching Assistant

Description:

Are you passionate about supporting children thrive in their educational journey?
Interested in a weekly salary of £(Apply online only), in addition to available benefits?
Seeking a Monday-Friday vacancy?
Want to work with a company that values its staff?

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team and support the learning and development of students with diverse needs.

About Us:

Created in 2008, we’re a well-established, market-leading education recruitment agency with industry experience and expertise.

We have recently opened our Cardiff branch and are currently working with primary, secondary, and SEND schools to recruit and supply the best teachers, support staff, and leadership staff for temporary and permanent positions.

Why choose Vision for Education?

Generous rate of pay: £385 to £450 per week.
Auto-enrolment into our company pension scheme.
A personal consultant to support you through your education career.
Work as part of The Edwin Group, voted in the Top 10 UK employer in The Sunday Times.
Opportunity to secure long-term placements with our schools.

Responsibilities:

Assist the SEN teacher in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualised education plans (IEPs) for students with SEN.
Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with learning difficulties or disabilities, helping them to engage with the curriculum and achieve their goals.
Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and respected.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure effective communication and continuity of support for students with SEN.
Monitor and record the progress of students, identifying areas for improvement and adapting support strategies as necessary.
Assist with the personal care and well-being of students, including supporting with mobility, personal hygiene, and emotional regulation.

What We Look for in You?

Enthusiastic individuals with a genuine passion for education.
Prior experience working with children and young people with SEN, either in a school setting or another relevant environment.
Ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively and positively with empathy and patience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Attainment of a good general standard of education (GCSE Grade C or equivalent) in both English and Maths, alongside IT proficiency.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and making a positive difference in their lives, we would love to hear from you. Click “Apply Now” to join our team!

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