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Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Grantham
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 Per Day, depending on experience
Start date: Start after October half-term
Contract: Part-Time
Are you enthusiastic about promoting the educational and emotional development of young students with Special Educational Needs?
GSL Education ‘Lincolnshire Branch’ are presently working with an astounding SEN-based school in Grantham that caters to students with special educational needs and is looking to hire a qualified SEN teaching assistant. This position provides a distinctive opportunity to significantly influence the lives of students with special educational needs.
The Role:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will assume a vital role in aiding students with special educational needs, assisting them in surmounting learning obstacles and attaining their academic objectives. This role necessitates close collaboration with students, educators and support staff to foster a positive and inclusive educational 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 and 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 relevant qualifications in education, psychology, or a related field is a plus.
- Be patient, empathetic and understanding approach to working with students.
- Have 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).
Why Choose GSL Education:
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
- Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
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 Grantham.
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.
