SEN Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception Class
Burnley
Full-Time | 5.5 Hours per Day | Monday to Friday
Long-Term Opportunity

Veritas Education are looking to recruit a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs within a Reception class at a welcoming primary school in Burnley.

This rewarding role will involve working closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning, helping them to develop their communication, social skills, confidence and independence in a nurturing Early Years environment.

The Role:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with Special Educational Needs.
Supporting pupils with their learning, development and emotional wellbeing.
Assisting with interventions and activities tailored to individual needs.
Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies and individual learning plans.
Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting children to reach their full potential.

The Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience working with children with SEN, either in schools, nurseries or similar settings.
Experience supporting children with Autism, Speech and Language needs, ADHD or other additional needs would be advantageous.
A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
A genuine passion for supporting young children and helping them succeed.

What We Offer:

Competitive daily rates of pay.
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
Opportunities for professional development.
Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.
The chance to make a real difference in a child's educational journey.If you are a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a supportive Burnley primary school, we would love to hear from you.

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 interviewVeritas 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