Location
Plymouth, Devon | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Plymouth Area
Location: Plymouth and Surrounding Areas
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive salery between £80 - £90 a day
Start Date: Easter 2024
About Us: Teaching Personnel is a dynamic and inclusive educational institution committed to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our passionate team in the Plymouth area.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one support to students with special educational needs.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Support the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Manage and respond effectively to challenging behavior, applying appropriate strategies.
- Support students with their academic and social development.
- Collaborate with the SENCO and other professionals to ensure the overall well-being of students.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, especially in an SEN setting, is desirable.
- Ability to drive and access to own vehicle is essential for travel within the Plymouth area.
- A genuine passion for working with children and young people with special educational needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and continuous professional development.
- Knowledge of strategies for managing challenging behavior is highly advantageous.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
- Additional qualifications in Special Educational Needs would be beneficial.
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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£80 - £90 per day
