Sen Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

Immediate Opportunities in Specialist SEN Education

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Supply Bank of Supporting Education Group, a partner of Teaching Personnel, is supporting a specialist SEN school in the Shrewsbury area with the recruitment of Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistants.

The school provides education and support for pupils and young people aged approximately 2 to 25 years, with a wide range of additional and complex special educational needs. The setting offers a highly supportive and specialist environment where staff work closely with pupils to promote their learning, communication, independence and personal development.

Excellent opportunity for educators looking for consistent and flexible work within a specialist SEN setting.

The Role

Support pupils with a wide range of SEN and complex learning needs

Assist teachers and specialist staff with learning and classroom activities

Provide individual and small-group support where required

Help pupils develop communication, social, emotional and independence skills

Support pupils with their personal development and engagement in learning

Encourage positive behaviour and participation throughout the school day

Adapt your approach to meet individual pupil needs

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff

Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Ideal Candidates Will Have

A Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Education, or a relevant equivalent qualification

Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable

Experience supporting pupils with SEN or complex needs is highly desirable

A patient, caring and adaptable approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to work effectively as part of a specialist education team

A genuine interest in supporting children and young people to reach their potential

Requirements

Level 2 qualification is essential

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils

Relevant experience in education, childcare, SEN or support settings preferred

Reliability and flexibility to support regular morning bookings

Benefits

Regular morning Teaching Assistant opportunities

Day-to-day, long-term and flexible supply work

Competitive rates of pay based on experience and role

Support from experienced education consultants

Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEN education

Access to CPD and SEN-focused training

Potential long-term and permanent career opportunities

Ongoing support from Supply Bank of Supporting Education Group, a partner of Teaching Personnel

If you are a Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant looking for regular work in a specialist SEN setting in the Shrewsbury area, we would be pleased to hear from you.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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