Location
Birmingham | United Kingdom
Job description
Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as One-to-One SEND Teaching Assistants in our SEN hub.
Our partnered school is a foundation school for pupils aged 3 to 11 and has a resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
This is an exciting opportunity to provide personalised support to children who require additional assistance, contributing to their development and well-being in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Providing one-to-one support to children with special educational needs and disabilities in our SEN hub.
- Assisting students with their learning and personal care needs, including toileting and other personal hygiene tasks.
- Implementing individualised learning plans and behaviour management strategies to support students' progress and development.
- Building positive relationships with students, providing encouragement, reassurance, and emotional support as needed.
- Supporting students in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities, adapting teaching materials and resources as necessary.
- Collaborating with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure the individual needs of each student are met effectively.
- Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback to teachers and SENCOs, and participating in review meetings as required.
- Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported.
Requirements:
- An Enhanced DBS check to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.
- Previous experience working within a school setting, ideally in a role supporting children with SEND.
- A QTS or relevant teaching or education qualification, or a willingness to undergo training and development in this area.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting the individual needs of children with SEND.
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills, with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of students.
- Knowledge or experience of autism would be advantageous but not essential.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay scale
- SEND training opportunities
- Free access to 700+ CPD-certified courses
- Exclusive school partnerships across the UK
Ready to send over your CV?
We can't wait to hear from you! We are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will be there to support you throughout the process.
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Salary
£16k - £19k per annum
