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SEND Teaching Assistant – Sevenoaks – ASAP
** Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
** Start: ASAP
** Placement: Daily supply/Long term
** SEN School
** Pay rate: £85-£100
Twenty4Seven Education is seeking several passionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistants to work within an aspiring ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated SEND School. This is a great opportunity for those with a genuine interest in supporting children with learning difficulties. This welcoming School are seeking multiple Teaching Assistants to enhance the SEND teaching and learning team. Therefore, if you are looking for daily supply or a full-time long term role apply today!
Are you looking for a role where every day is unique, challenging, and rewarding? A job that gives you a sense of achievement knowing you’ve made a difference to young people? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
This terrific school caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe and Complex needs, Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They are keen to support the holistic development of children through child-led learning. They facilitate this through outstanding provisions such as a Forest School, Dog Mentor Programme, Interactive room and Aqua Learn Pool.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understand and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding
- Provide 1:1 and/or small group support to reinforce learning expectations
- Offer personalised assistance to students with Severe and Complex needs, PMLD and ASD
- Help implement and monitor any Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
- Help provide a clean, orderly, engaging and safe environment
- Support students in managing their behaviour following the school behaviour policy
- Maintain clear and professional communication with other colleagues, professionals and parents/carers regarding student progress, well-being and any arising issues
- Assist in preparing teaching materials
- Keep accurate records of student activities, progress and behaviour
- Attend to pupil’s personal care and medical needs
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
- Experience working with children with SEND within an educational setting or similar (minimum of 3 months of experience)
- Child and Adult DBS check on the Update Service or willing to pay and apply for a new one (Twenty4Seven Education can assist you with this process)
- You can demonstrate a patient, compassionate, and proactive approach to working with children
- You have excellent communication and teamwork skills
- You are committed to creating a supportive learning environment
The Benefits of Twenty4Seven Education:
- T4S is an accredited REC member
- 24/7 support from your designated dedicated and friendly consultant
- Competitive pay rates
- Recommend-a-Friend Scheme
- Opportunities for further professional training from our Education Support at Twenty4Seven Education
- FREE safeguarding training
Twenty4Seven Education is dedicated to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect every candidate to share this commitment. Assignments are subject to safeguarding and child protection screening in line with DfE policies, including right to work, employment references and Enhanced DBS checks. Full assistance will be provided.
