We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support the educational needs of students in Liverpool. As an SEND Teaching Assistant, your primary role will be to assist Teachers in creating a positive and effective learning environment. You will work with a range of additional and/or associated learning needs, sensory impairment and health needs of primary pupils, providing academic and emotional support, while fostering their personal development.
Start date: September 2024
Responsibilities:
Behavioural Support
Assisting with Classroom Activities
Providing Emotional Support
Record Keeping
Ensuring Inclusivity
Participating in Professional Development
Requirements:
Experience working with children across EYFS, RECEPTION, KS1, KS2 or KS3.
Experience working with children with a range of SLD and complex needs.
Desire to develop their understanding of SEND.
Excellent communication skills, and the ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
Be committed to the wider school life and willing to engage in a range of extra-curricular activities
Opogo benefits:
Work for a social enterprise and boost your income! Higher rates, more work opportunities, and total control over your schedule. With the Opogo app, you'll secure positions in schools in just 2 minutes. Transparent pay rates, smart job matching, and easy calendar management so that you work where you want, when you want to. Whether its long term or daily supply jobs, Teaching Assistant or Secondary Teacher, weve got roles available. On top of that, save time with one-click timesheets and hassle-free registration from home. We're a EdTech platform with a friendly team to support you and deliver the best candidates to our Opogo schools. Join the Opogo team!
Opogo Ltd is accredited by the REC and in accordance with KCSIE 2023 guidelines, any offers of employment are subject to our strict vetting, safeguarding and reference procedures.
Opogo is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know.