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Special educational needs assistant
Special Needs Teaching assistant

Special Needs Teaching assistant

Apex Education Recruitment

Posted 8 days ago, valid for 20 days

Gillingham, Kent ME7 2NY

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal EYFS student in Rochester, starting on 6 January 2025 until 19 July 2025.
The role requires experience working with non-verbal students, particularly those who are visually impaired and sensory-oriented.
Candidates should have a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Care qualification and a calm, patient demeanor.
The position entails working 30 hours per week during term time only, with a focus on understanding the student's triggers and learning through play.
Salary details were not specified, but candidates must undergo enhanced DBS checks and comply with 'Safer Recruitment of Children' guidelines.

We are looking for that special someone who has the qualities to support and make a positive difference to a non-verbal EYFS student. Based in Rochester for a 6 January 2025 start.

The student is non - verbal, visually impaired so is very sensory, working at a low level and shows a lot of caring traits. The right candidate would need to be able to understand triggers to develop their learning experience, supportive, and nurturing with a kind nature.

6 January 2025 start - 19 July 2025

Monday to Friday (Term time only) 30 hours per week

For this SEN teaching assistant role:

Experience and knowledge of working with Non Verbal students
Skills relating to strategies to support the students triggers and traits.
Be able to learn through play in a EYFS environment
An interest, motivation and passion for working with students that have Learning Disabilities.
Supportive with a calm and patient nature.
Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within this
Toileting schedule is in place for the student

Qualified with a relevant L2/L3 Teaching Assistant or Care qualification

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching assistant job, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

This post is subject to vetting including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children’ guidance and all staff are fully trained. All potential candidates will undergo rigorous compliance checks to ensure their suitability prior to any work offer.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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