SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Coventry

Monday to Friday 08:30 - 15:30

£15,298 - £16,233

Immediate start &/ September start

Permanent

Twenty 4 Seven Education are thrilled to be working alongside an expanding primary school who, due to growing pupil numbers, have vacancies available for an SEN teaching assistant.

The School

This is a small but expanding school with excellent facilities which provide highly stimulating learning environments and plenty of opportunities for outdoor teaching. They aim to provide an exceptional education for every child, tailored to their individual needs. Over half of the intake have an autism diagnosis whilst many of the other children have other additional needs.

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The Role

This highly rewarding role is perfect for someone ambitious who is willing to learn new skills in order to really make a difference in the lives of young learners with SEN.
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As an SEN TA, you will be involved in:

• Development of a curriculum that is appropriate for pupils with severe/complex learning difficulties
• Establishing curriculum differentiation to support access for pupils with severe/complex learning difficulties
• The development of early communication
• Building up evidence portfolios and teaching and learning resources
• Supporting pupils to regulate their behaviour

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The ideal candidate will:

• Have a positive and resilient nature
• Be passionate about making a difference to the lives of children with additional needs
• Have an excellent command of the english language
• Be willing to learn new skills and develop career by undertaking CPDs

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Job Type: Temporary contract

Salary: £15,298.00-£16,233.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (preferred)

Reference ID: SEN Teaching start date: 06/09/2022

Job description

SEN Primary Teaching Assistant – Key Stage 1

Starts: ASAP

Location: Sandwell

Duration: Long-term

Rate of pay: £70+ a day

Do you have a passion and talent for supporting children and young people with social and emotional needs in Primary School?

Do you have experience working as a Primary Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor with young people who need support in mainstream school and have experience managing behavioural challenges? Are you keen to make a difference to the lives of children and young people whilst building your experience and furthering your career in SEND Primary?

Even if your experience is informal/voluntary, I want to hear from you! The children you will support have different needs.

Primary Teaching Assistant requirements:

Experience of working with young people with SEND and/or Autism, ADHD and learning difficulties.

• Primary Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker experience.
• Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships.
• A passion for working with SEND is essential.
• Knowledge of the curriculum and able to adapt lesson plans.
• Able to provide interventions for children who need booster lessons.

Role requirements:

· Full enhanced DBS Check on the update service.

· Level 2 and 3 Teaching and Learning

· Must have at least 6 months experience in the UK.

· 2 professional references.

How do I apply?

Contact Ruweydaat Balfor on 0121 260 0000.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm, Part-time, Temporary contract

Salary: £70.00-£90.00 per day

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sandwell, West Midlands: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One ID: RA-22/11/22

Teaching Assistant





Required for an Independent School :

Educational Requirements : Level 3 minimum with GCSE English & Mathematics at Grade C or above



Purpose AND Objectives OF THE JOB



1. To work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching &/or senior staff, inclusive of physical/social needs, general care and basic classroom management techniques to support their learning.





Control OF Resources


Personnel
To be responsible for the direction, support and motivation of self and any staff under postholder’s control.




Financial
To work in accordance with Financial Regulations and procedures of the School*.*




Equipment/Materials
To be responsible for the safe use and maintenance of equipment/materials used by the postholder.



To adhere to the School rules and regulations relating to the use of ICT, e-mail and internet access.



Teaching resources including audio visual and computer equipment.




Health/Safety/Welfare
Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of self and colleagues in accordance with School’s Health & Safety policies and procedures and current legislation.





Equality and Diversity

To work in accordance with the School’sPolicy relating to the promotion of Equality and Diversity.





Training and Development
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the identification and undertaking of his/her own training and development requirements in accordance with the School’s Performance Management Framework.




Relationships (Internal and External)



Internal: 1. Teaching and support staff within the Nursery Unit/School

2. Users of the Nursery Unit/School

3. Voluntary helpers

4. Pupils



External: 1. Parents/Carers

2. Staff in other schools and within the LEA.





Responsibilities:



The postholder must:



1. Perform his/her duties in accordance with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy.



2. Ensure that School’s commitment to the care of our customers is provided.



3. Be able to render regular and efficient service to undertake the duties of this post.




Principal Duties

Support for the Pupil


· Support pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs, to access the curriculum in line with appropriate lesson plan/teacher direction.

· Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model.

· Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs.

· Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.

· Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.

· Encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate.

· Promote self esteem and independence.

· Respond to pupils minor medical problems.

· Deal with the personal care and comfort of pupils as required.
Support for the teacher


· Provide minimal clerical/administration support e.g. photocopying

· Assist with the display of children's work.

· Prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards.

· Report pupil achievements, progress and issues as appropriate in agreed format.

· Undertake pupil record keeping as [website] pupil behaviour in line with school policy and ensure reports are made in agreed school format.

· Gather/report basic information from/to parents/carers as directed.

· To escort pupils as necessary and assist in movement around the school.

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Support for the curriculum


· Support pupils to access the curriculum in line with appropriate lesson plan/teacher direction.

· Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed.

· Assist pupils in the use of appropriate resources in accordance with the lesson plan.






Support for the school


· Be aware of and comply with allschool policies and in particular the procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. Report all concerns to an appropriate person (as named in the policy concerned)

· Contribute to the school ethos, aims and development/improvement plan.

· Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.

· Attend relevant meetings as required.

· Participate in training and other learning activities as required.

· Assist with the supervision of pupils out of directed lesson time, including before and after school if appropriate and within working hours.

· Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.

· Assist with the organisation, routines and upkeep of the learning environment.




Secondary Duties


The post holder may reasonably be expected to undertake other duties commensurate with the level of responsibility that may be allocated from time to time.



These include Breakfast clubs, Afterschool clubs and Holiday clubs.



To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, particularly in response to the changing role of the school, as may be determined by theSchool (or nominated representative), from time to time.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £15,000.00-£17,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Location: In person