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Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? This special school based in Tettenhall is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team.Role Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (flexible) Contract: Temporary, with potential for long-term/permanent rolesAbout the School: This Special School is a vibrant and inclusive community catering to children and young people with complex needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities. The aim is to provide a nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive and reach their full potential.Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils, assisting with their individual learning needs
- Help maintain a positive and safe learning environment
- Encourage pupil engagement and promote independence
- Provide personal care support, including feeding, toileting, and dressing, where necessary
- Support pupils with a wide range of needs, including physical, sensory, and emotional challenges
- Be flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of pupils throughout the school day
- Collaborate with the wider team, including SEN professionals, to ensure high-quality support
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (SEN) is desirable
- A patient, empathetic, and proactive attitude
- Ability to adapt to the individual and changing needs of pupils, including personal care requirements
- Comfortable providing personal care and supporting pupils with physical disabilities
- A flexible approach to working within different classrooms and supporting a variety of needs
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or similar) are beneficial but not essential
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- If you are passionate about SEN, flexible in your approach, and want to be part of a school that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of its pupils, we would love to hear from you!
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