SEN Teaching Assistant

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Reputable Secondary School, Derby
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Daily rates of 83.50 - 95, paid weekly via Career Teachers

About Us: Join our dynamic and forward-thinking secondary school in Derby, where we are committed to providing an outstanding education and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all our students. Our school is renowned for its academic excellence, vibrant community, and dedication to student well-being.

Role Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting students with special educational needs, promoting an inclusive learning environment, and helping students achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, preparation, and delivery of tailored educational activities for students with special educational needs.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, ensuring their individual learning needs are met.
• Help create and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Support students in developing social skills and managing their behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to implement individualised education plans (IEPs).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SEN best practices and strategies.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with students with special educational needs is essential.
• Strong understanding of SEN strategies and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students with diverse needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits:

• Free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Weekly pay.
• Supportive consultant to assist with your career development.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our students and supporting their educational journey!

At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

- Attend an interview in person;

- Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

- Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.