SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire

Salary Scale: £125 - £155 a day (long term paid to scale)

Start Date: September

Status: Full Time/Part Time

GSL Education is currently seeking to appoint a qualified and enthusiastic SEN Teaching assistant to undertake a position at one of our client SEN schools in Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire.

 Job Summary: SEN Teaching Assistant working with students with special educational needs and mental health needs in SEN schools play a vital role in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments, promoting the well-being and academic success of all students.

About the School:

The school in Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire is dedicated to supporting pupils with additional needs from ages 2 to 19. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment where pupils feel secure, encouraged to express themselves, and assured that they will be heard. We promote an 'open door' policy throughout our 24-hour setting, encompassing both school and residential accommodations, to ensure accessibility for parents, carers, and children. Our curriculum includes activities and opportunities designed to equip pupils with the skills to communicate their needs and stay safe from harm. School focus on enabling pupils to communicate and interact with others, express preferences, communicate needs, make choices, and make decisions that others will act on and respect.

Our goal is to prepare pupils for adult life, providing them with the greatest degree of autonomy possible. School has aim to increase pupils' awareness and understanding of their environment and the world around them, encouraging exploration, questioning, and challenging ideas. By offering a wide range of learning experiences suitable for their age at each key stage, we support the holistic development of each pupil.

Role of a Teaching Assistance:

• SEN Teaching assistant provides tailored support to students with special educational needs and mental health concerns. They work closely with teachers and other professionals to implement strategies outlined in education, health, and care plans.
• SEN Teaching assistants offer emotional support to students with mental health needs, helping them manage emotions, develop coping strategies, and build resilience.
• In situations where students experience mental health crises or emotional distress, TAs may provide immediate support and assistance.
• SEN Teaching assistant in ongoing professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills in supporting students with special educational needs and mental health concerns.

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience working as a Teaching assistance within a Secondary SEN school educational        setting.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrate empathy, patience, and resilience when working with students facing academic or behavioral challenges.
• Hold relevant qualifications or training in education, childcare, or a related field.

 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 on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

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