Location
Swansea | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Swansea, SA5 Job Type: Temporary, expected to work Full-Time hours Salary: £77 - £80 Per day
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at Teaching Personnel, Swansea. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with additional learning needs, particularly those with Autism. This is a temporary position with expected full-time hours.
Job Duties:
- Assist the class teacher in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with additional learning needs.
- Provide one-to-one support to students with Autism, helping them to engage in classroom activities and achieve their educational goals.
- Implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and support strategies tailored to each student's specific needs.
- Collaborate with the class teacher and other professionals to develop and deliver appropriate learning materials and activities.
- Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback and reporting any concerns to the class teacher.
- Act as a positive role model for students, promoting good behaviour, social skills, and emotional well-being.
- May be require to ssist with personal care tasks, including toileting, feeding, and administering medication.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to student progress, behaviour, and any incidents.
Required Qualifications:
- GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
- A recognised child-based qualification (e.g. , CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Additional qualifications or training related to Special Educational Needs (SEN) would be advantageous
Education and Experience:
- Previous experience working with students with additional learning needs, particularly Autism, is essential.
- Knowledge of special educational needs (SEN) practises and strategies.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong understanding of Autism and the ability to implement appropriate support strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and follow instructions.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the educational and emotional development of students with additional learning needs.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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£77 - £80 per day
