SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics

Posted 7 hours ago, valid for an hour

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 7GY, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The SEN Teaching Assistant position is available in Crawley at a school for children aged 6-18 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
Candidates should have a genuine desire to work with children with special education needs and possess a caring and resilient nature.
The role offers excellent career progression opportunities and includes training in behavior management and communication strategies.
A minimum of A*-C grades in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) is required, along with a DBS check.
The position is term-time only, providing ample holiday time, with a competitive salary offered.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Crawley - April 2025An incredible school for children aged 6-18 with social, emotional and mental health challenges are welcoming caring and compassionate individuals to apply for their position of SEN Teaching Assistant.

Key benefits of the SEN Teaching Assistant role:

Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
Permanent employment opportunities available

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
Preparation of activities and tidying away after
Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

What is required of you as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro-active rather than always waiting for direction
You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
You must not be barred from working with children
You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

For further information about the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, apply now.

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