A SEN School in Edenbridge is welcoming applications for their SEN Teaching Assistant vacancy. This is a fantastic opportunity with a brilliantly well-run establishment, with lots of experienced staff to learn from.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll be working with children who work to a semi-formal curriculum providing them with essential life skills. The children at this school have an education healthcare plan for social, emotional and mental health needs.

Key benefits of the role of SEN Teaching Assistant:

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
Secured work 5 days per week

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 an 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)

If this is the SEN Teaching Assistant position for you, apply today!