Teaching Assistant

Description:

Job Title Teaching Assistant

Pay Rate £90.40 - £94.29

Location Lichfield

Hours 8.30am – 3.30pm

Smart Education is currently recruiting for Teaching Assistants in Lichfield

Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant

Weekly pay

Term time only

Free CPD training

Holiday pay

Own dedicated consultant to ensure you are happy with your work

Job Requirements of this Teaching Assistant job in Lichfield

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a team at a SEN school catering to children aged 2 to 11. Candidates must have a thorough understanding and experience in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties (SEMH), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

Qualifications or Certificates:

A minimum of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent is required.

Additional training or certification in SEN education, such as Makaton, PECS, or Team-Teach, is highly desirable.

Experience:

Previous experience working with children with SEN in a school setting is essential.

Experience implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies tailored to the needs of SEN students is preferred.

Familiarity with assisting students with personal care needs is advantageous.

Brief Overview of the Role:

The successful candidate will primarily support children aged 2 to 11 with a range of SEN needs including ASD, SEMH, MLD, PMLD, and SLD in a supportive and nurturing environment. Offering the chance to make a profound impact on the educational journey and wellbeing of our students.

About Smart Education

Smart Education are a specialist Education and Early Years agency, we recruit for permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurse and Tutors