SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

This role is ideal if you have career aspirations in the field of teaching, psychology, criminology, sociology, social work, probation services, care or if you simply love working with children.

Would you like to make a difference in children's quality of life?

Are you keen to gain experience for children who have SEN?

A specialist school are actively looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with moderate learning difficulties and, additional mental health needs. This school is based in Lewes for children aged 4-16 and, has speciailised in SEMH to provide exceptional education and support for traumatised children and young people.

You will be working in partnership with the school's teaching staff and therapists to deliver specific interventions that aim to boost students' learning, development and well-being.

Benefits of working as an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Comprehensive Training and Development.
• Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
• Career Progression in your dream job role.
• You will make a real difference to the lives of the child.

Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
• Behaviour and pastoral support.
• Take an active role in forward planning with therapists.
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students.
• Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students.
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD.

Requirements of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Proactive approach.
• Impose patience and, understanding.
• Have an understanding with challenging behaviour.
• Always be adaptable in any give situation.
• Be able to develop strong and positive relationships with children.

Interviews are commencing immediately, apply today to ensure you do NOT miss out!