SEN Teaching Assistant

ZEN EDUCATE LIMITED

Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 12 days

Par, Cornwall PL24 2NS, England

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

Zen Educate is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants for partner schools in Cornwall that cater to learners with special educational needs.
The role involves supporting pupils with high levels of anxiety and specific learning difficulties, including autism, to foster their independence and self-esteem.
Candidates are expected to have experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) support, with additional qualifications in PECS, Makaton, or Team Teach being desirable.
The position offers a salary range of £86 to £93 per day and includes a full induction program along with professional development opportunities.
The successful candidate will undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure the safety and welfare of the children.

Zen Educate is working with SEN provisions across Cornwall to appoint SEN Teaching Assistants.

The partner schools provide education to learners with special educational needs. The focus for the schools is to support pupils with high levels of anxiety and specific learning difficulties including autism. The partner schools strive to create an environment where each pupil’s individual strengths, talents, and aptitudes are nurtured and developed. It is an inclusive school that works to provide a first-class education that encourages pupils to think independently and to develop their full intellectual, creative, and physical potential. Their success is the result of the recognition of the unique worth and importance of each child. By knowing every pupil socially, emotionally, and academically, the partner schools can be sure that each pupil will flourish and acquire the confidence and self-belief to achieve a fulfilling and successful future and to become confident, accomplished, and ambitious young adults.

Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant (TA)

Pay: £86 - £93

Main purposeThe Learning Support Assistant will: Work in partnership with class teachers to support the learning of a child with an Education, Health Care and Plan (EHCP), and other children as appropriate in line with the National Curriculum, SEN code of practice, and school policies and procedures. Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion. Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement A full induction programme and opportunities for professional development will be provided. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check.

Requirements:

Essential:

SEN Experience
SEMH - Experience

Desirable:

SEN School Experience
PECS Communication
Makaton
Team Teach

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