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Aspire People
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 11 days
Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1NG, England
£85 - £100 per day
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- Aspire People is seeking a full-time KS1 Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, starting ASAP.
- The role involves supporting pupils with various special educational needs and assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons.
- Candidates should have previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a specialist or SEN setting, with strong communication skills.
- A valid DBS check is required, and relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
- Competitive pay is offered, and the position allows for making a significant impact on the lives of children with special needs.
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary/Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Aspire People are currently seeking a KS1 Teaching Assistant to join our team in supporting a specialist school in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. The school provides tailored education for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), Visual Impairment (VI), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and group support to pupils with a variety of special educational needs.
* Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging and accessible lessons tailored to the needs of each pupil.
* Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
* Support pupils in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour.
* Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within a specialist or SEN setting.
* Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to meeting the diverse needs of pupils.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEN Training) are desirable but not essential.
* A valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Why Aspire People?
* Competitive rates of pay.
* A dedicated and supportive consultant.
* The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.
If you are a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a commitment to inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
