SEN Teaching Assistant - Timeplan Education Group Ltd : Job Details

Position: 1-1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Village Primary School Near Ashburton

Start Date: end April 2024

Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm

About the School:

Timeplan Education are recruiting for a village primary school near Ashburton which is at the heart of the local community, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils. They are committed to offering high-quality education and support to children with varying special educational needs. The school's aim is to ensure every child feels valued and supported in their learning journey.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1-1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated SEN team. The successful applicant will provide support to a small group of pupils with varying SEN needs and offer 1-1 support to an individual pupil with complex ASC for a few days each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to a small group of pupils with varying SEN needs.
• Offer 1-1 support to an individual pupil with complex ASC for a few days each week.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher to ensure the inclusion and engagement of all pupils in classroom activities.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff members.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and interventions.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a teaching assistant or support worker, preferably in a primary school setting.
• Understanding of special educational needs, particularly ASC.
• Compassion, patience, and empathy when working with children with SEN.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable but not essential).

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: £85 per day.
• Opportunity for a temp to perm position, with the potential for long-term employment.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Chance to make a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs.

Hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Empowering Learning Ltd. (Timeplan Educaiton) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.