SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield Area

Veritas Education is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to fill several positions in the Wakefield area. The successful candidate will work closely with the Teacher and pupils to provide tailored support for students with a range of Special Educational Needs. These roles are available on either a part-time or full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a class of 6-10 students, assisting the teacher in delivering lessons and activities.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to plan and deliver customized learning materials.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students, adapting the approach to meet individual needs.
• Assist students with social, emotional, and communication development.
• Track student progress and provide feedback to the teacher.
• Support classroom behavior management to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs (preferably in an educational setting, though not essential).
• Knowledge of SEN and strategies for managing a variety of student needs.
• Strong patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing challenging behavior using a range of strategies.
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to students' emotional and physical reactions.

Requirements:

• Clear Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Photo identification.
• Two satisfactory references.
• Police check (if applicable).
• Experience working with children or adults with Special Educational Needs.

If you meet the qualifications and skills required for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, we encourage you to apply with your CV.

For further information or inquiries about the available roles, please contact Scott at Veritas Education (Leeds) on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'