SEN Teaching Assistant
Type: Contract
Reference: 223645397
Job Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant
Burton Upon Trent, DE15
£90-£105
Long-term to perm
September Start
Are you an experienced teaching assistant with a background in SEND? Or a recent graduate who is looking to kickstart their career in education?
Long term futures are currently seeking a positve and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our partnered SEN provision based in the Burton Upon Trent area. We are looking for an experienced individual to join a positive working environment in September, where providing care and appropriate teaching assistance for young children is the core goal.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Working alongside the classroom teacher and promote a positive learning environment that is also stimulating for children with SEN needs including ASD and ADHD.
- Promote the social, emotional, and academic development of students, fostering positive relationships and encouraging independence and self-confidence.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to assess student needs, set targets, and monitor progress.
- Establish positive partnerships with parents/carers, providing regular updates on student progress and offering support and guidance as needed.
The Right candidate will:
- Have relevant experience working with children or young people with SEND, either in a school setting or other educational or care environment.
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to help students succeed.
- Have strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers.
- Be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need.
This is a challenging but rewarding role and successful applicants will have excellent opportunities for further career progression in education. To apply for this role please submit your CV via the application form or contact Henri at Long Term Futures directly. All applicants will need a valid DBS and 2 references.
