Job Description: SEN Teaching Assistant Job in Stockport
Overview:
Hays Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate teaching assistant to join our provision team at an SEN school in Stockport, supporting pupils with Emotionally Based School Avoidance (ESBA), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Trauma. This role will require you to assist pupils with their Maths, English and Science work, alongside engaging pupils in offsite activities including outdoor education. This role is temporary but has the potential to be extended based on performance.Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored care and support for pupils with ESBA, ASC and Trauma
- Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment
- Demonstrate patience and understanding in challenging situations, managing behaviours such as aggression, withdrawal, or anxiety
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with pupils with SEN
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting pupils with SEN
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Strong understanding of de-escalation and calming techniques
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle
- Able to assist pupils in outdoor activities
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives and development
- Potential for career progression and permanent placement
- A supportive and collaborative environment committed to professional growth
- Free training
- Full holiday entitlement
- Competitive rate of pay
- Company pension scheme
- Access to exclusive scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children with special educational and emotional needs, we encourage you to apply for this role. Please contact Amy Fitzgerald at Hays Education to register your interest in this role.
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