SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: 1-to-1 Teaching Assistant (Supporting a Child with EBD & ADHD)
Location: Primary School in Accrington

Job Description:
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated 1-to-1 Teaching Assistant to support a child with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and ADHD in a Year 2 class at a Primary School in East Lancashire.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to make a real difference in a child's educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1-to-1 support for a child with EBD and ADHD, helping them access the curriculum, stay engaged, and participate in classroom activities.
• Implement behavioural and emotional support strategies to help manage challenging behaviours, fostering positive coping mechanisms and promoting emotional well-being.
• Support the reintegration of the child into the classroom, working closely with the class teacher to gradually encourage their full participation in lessons and peer interactions.
• Monitor and track the child's progress, providing regular feedback to the class teacher and SENCO to adjust support strategies as needed.
• Assist with break-time and lunchtime supervision, ensuring the child's safety, supporting social interactions, and promoting positive behaviour during unstructured times.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with EBD, ADHD, or other special educational needs is highly desirable.
• A relevant qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent (Level 2 or 3).
• Patience, resilience, and a calm, empathetic approach to working with children with additional needs.
• An understanding of strategies to support social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate up to �17.71 per hour.
• Ongoing professional development and access to training in SEN and child development.
• A supportive and inclusive school environment that values the contribution of all staff members.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on a child's development and education.

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:

• All applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, reference checks, and any necessary overseas police clearances (if applicable) in line with safeguarding policies.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment, including explanations for any gaps.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with schools across East Lancashire to provide high-quality teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to placing passionate and skilled professionals into roles where they can make a positive impact on the lives of students, particularly those with special educational needs.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'