1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: WakefieldPosition Type: Long-term role

Reed Education is looking for a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at a well-regarded primary school in Wakefield. This position involves providing individualized supporting a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role offers a wonderful opportunity to positively impact a young child's educational experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personalized Support: Offer one-on-one assistance to a child, ensuring they are fully engaged in classroom activities and can access the curriculum.
• Lesson Customisation: Work closely with the class teacher to modify lessons to suit the child's unique needs, utilizing visual aids, communication tools (e.g., Makaton, PECS), and sensory activities.
• Nurturing Environment: Foster a supportive atmosphere where the child feels safe, secure, and able to participate fully.
• Communication Assistance: Implement alternative communication methods (e.g., sign language, picture systems, tech-based solutions) to help the child express themselves.
• Social Development: Promote the child's social skills by encouraging positive interactions with peers and inclusion in group activities.
• Progress Tracking: Collaborate with the school's SENCO to monitor the child's progress and develop strategies for ongoing improvement.

Key Requirements:

• Experience working with children, especially those with special educational needs (SEN).
• Strong understanding of non-verbal communication and familiarity with communication tools (e.g., Makaton, PECS, or similar).
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support children with additional needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is ideally required.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and making a difference in their education, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your up-to-date CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

Application Requirements for Reed Education:

• You must have current and relevant experience within UK schools.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for this.

Reed Education collaborates with a variety of schools and trusts throughout Wakefield, offering placements within primary schools.