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- Annual Salary: From £13.43 - £14.18 per hour
- Location: Morecambe
- Job Type: Full-time, Long-term until July 2025 (minimum)
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Morecambe. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to facilitate the learning and daily routine of a non-verbal pupil with Down’s Syndrome, working closely with another teaching assistant in a mainstream school setting.
Day-to-day of the role:- Collaborate with another teaching assistant to support the pupil’s everyday routine and integration into mainstream school activities.
- Develop a caring and supportive relationship with the pupil, focusing on enhancing their educational and social development.
- Employ specialised communication techniques to interact effectively with a non-verbal pupil.
- Assist in the implementation of educational plans and activities designed to meet the pupil’s unique learning needs.
- Provide emotional support and demonstrate resilience in managing challenging situations.
- Maintain regular communication with teachers, parents, and other professionals involved in the pupil’s education and care.
- Experience in a SEND setting is desirable but not essential.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to develop a supportive and nurturing relationship with children.
- Emotional resilience and the capacity to handle challenging situations.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to working in a team environment.
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on a pupil’s educational progress.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Full-time hours with a stable long-term position until at least July 2025.
To apply for this SEND Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about supporting children with SEND.
