SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant for SEN School in Wirral

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in Wirral. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and is available for an immediate start.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: SEN School, Wirral
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational and personal development of students with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored assistance, helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of special educational needs.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement and well-being.
• Support students with personal care needs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to monitor and assess student progress.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs is highly desirable.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting students with diverse needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

To be considered for this position you will:
- have previous school experience and be familiar with the SIMS system
- Be a committed professional
- Be an organised, enthusiastic proactive person
-Hold a child workforce enhanced DBS certificate which is on the update service, or be willing to apply for a new one (costs refunded back to you when you complete 20 days work)
-have satisfactory references
-have a CV must that covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained;
- Have the legal right to work in the UK.
Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position of a SEN Teaching Assistant.
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