Sen Teaching Assistant

New Yesterday

Supply Desk are currently working with both mainstream and SEN schools in Peacehaven, Newhaven and Seaford to provide additional support for children with Special Educational Needs. We are looking for individuals who have experience working with children with SEN whether that be in or out of the classroom, who have a genuine passion for SEN education and making a difference in children's lives. We have a variety of roles available ranging from day-to-day cover to gain additional experience to longer term, 1:1 roles with children who require specialist support.

We welcome applications from candidates who have a variety of experience including:

- Sports coaching

- Youth work

- Mental health workers

- volunteer work

- support workers

- foster carers

- scout/guide leaders or similar

As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will be expected to:

- Support children either 1:1 or in a small classroom setting

- Manage challenging behaviours, remaining professional at all times and following the school's internal policies

- Support children with their learning in the classroom, following instructions from the class teacher

- Partake in alternative activities outside of the classroom such as sports/sensory play when required

What we can offer you:

- Ongoing support throughout your placement

- A dedicated consultant who is always at the end of the phone whenever you need

- A comprehensive CPD Hub to provide essential and additional training such as Positive Behaviour Management, Understanding Autism, Trauma Informed Practice and more.

If you have experience of working with children with SEN, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH (social, emotional and mental health), physical disabilities or other specific needs, then we would love to hear from you. At Supply Desk we have a passion for education and ensuring children receive quality teaching and support- if you would like to join us in making a positive impact, please apply now. Short-listed candidates will be contacted by one of our team.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days – you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles
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Location:
Newhaven
Salary:
£92.63 - £100 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education