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SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Grantham
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 Per Hour, depending on experience
Start date: ASAP
Do you possess the passion about supporting the educational and emotional development of young learners with Special Educational Needs?
GSL Education ‘Lincolnshire Branch’ are currently collaborating with an outstanding school located in Grantham that is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students with SEN.
The Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with SEN, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their educational goals. This position involves working closely with students, teachers, and other support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Provide individual and group support to students with SEN, helping them engage with their learning and manage their emotions and behaviour.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, adapting materials and strategies to meet the specific needs of SEN students.
- Track and report on the progress of students, identifying areas for improvement and celebrating their achievements.
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting positive behaviour and addressing any challenges appropriately.
- Offer emotional support and guidance to students, helping them to develop coping strategies and build resilience.
- Maintain regular communication with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting students.
The successful candidate will:
- Have previous experience working with students with SEN.
- Possess a relevant qualifications in education, psychology, or a related field is a plus.
- Be patient, empathetic, and understanding approach to working with students.
- Have an excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage challenging situations effectively.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEN.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the United Kingdom.
For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
