Teaching Assistant SEN Alternative Provision
Posted 19 hours ago
- Bideford, Devon
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Join Our Team as an SEN Teaching Assistant - Empowering young people and access to education!!
Contract and Salary information
Contract Permanent part year contract (term time)
Hourly Rate: £15 per hour
Location: Parkham, Bideford and surrounding areas
Hours: 26 Hours per week be worked flexibly over 4 days
Working Days: Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only)
Holiday pay to be included in monthly salary
Employer pension contributions 6%
Role Focus: One-to-One Teaching for SEN, SEMH, SEMD, and medical needs.
About the Teaching Assistant role:
Nurture in Nature supports both children and families to reach their full potential and thrive. The successful candidate is required to work in a variety of settings including schools, family homes and our base at Nurture in Nature to meet the individual needs of those they are supporting.
We are looking to recruit a reliable, committed and creative professional who is passionate about providing high quality interventions to children to enable them to develop skills and strategies to prepare them for their forever school.
The TA can expect to support a range of children with the following needs:
Children at risk of exclusion from education
Children who are unable to regulate their emotions
Children with diagnosed and undiagnosed needs, including neurodiversity, learning difficulties, trauma and SEND
Children with social, emotional mental health difficulties
Children with anxiety based school avoidance
Children who are unable to thrive in mainstream education
Interventions will focus on the development of a bespoke plan of support, based on achievable targets and outcomes. They will cover 5 core areas
Self-control and management of behaviour (emotional regulation).
Social Skills
Self-awareness and confidence
Skills for learning
Approach to learning
The children will develop the confidence and skills necessary for reintegration to their long term educational setting. The TA will work with the children to ensure learning, pastoral and behavioural targets are met alongside their Educational Plan and ensure that outcomes are recorded following each session. They will then support transitions back into the nominated setting.
The successful candidate requires confidence, patience, and a range of skills to successfully work with our children and make a positive impact on their lives.
Applicants will need to be dedicated and enthusiastic in providing outstanding outcomes to children and young people with all aspects of their lives.
Key Responsibilities:
Support students in completing tasks, providing additional help with reading, writing, and practical activities. You may need to modify tasks or give extra guidance to ensure students can fully participate.
Help students re-engage with their education in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
Use creative strategies to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional well-being. Provide encouragement, guidance, and support during challenging situations.
Assist students with speech, language, and communication needs, using strategies such as visual aids, sign language, or communication tools to help them express themselves and engage with learning.
Complete quality reports and reviews as per company requirements in a timely manner.
To be eligible for this role you must have the following:
Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) or in a similar role.
Experience of completing quality reports and reviews.
A compassionate, patient, and proactive attitude towards supporting students with diverse needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
A commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and positive learning environment for all students.
A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
Enhanced DBS on the update system
Hold right to work in the UK
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Contract and Salary information
Contract Permanent part year contract (term time)
Hourly Rate: £15 per hour
Location: Parkham, Bideford and surrounding areas
Hours: 26 Hours per week be worked flexibly over 4 days
Working Days: Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only)
Holiday pay to be included in monthly salary
Employer pension contributions 6%
Role Focus: One-to-One Teaching for SEN, SEMH, SEMD, and medical needs.
About the Teaching Assistant role:
Nurture in Nature supports both children and families to reach their full potential and thrive. The successful candidate is required to work in a variety of settings including schools, family homes and our base at Nurture in Nature to meet the individual needs of those they are supporting.
We are looking to recruit a reliable, committed and creative professional who is passionate about providing high quality interventions to children to enable them to develop skills and strategies to prepare them for their forever school.
The TA can expect to support a range of children with the following needs:
Children at risk of exclusion from education
Children who are unable to regulate their emotions
Children with diagnosed and undiagnosed needs, including neurodiversity, learning difficulties, trauma and SEND
Children with social, emotional mental health difficulties
Children with anxiety based school avoidance
Children who are unable to thrive in mainstream education
Interventions will focus on the development of a bespoke plan of support, based on achievable targets and outcomes. They will cover 5 core areas
Self-control and management of behaviour (emotional regulation).
Social Skills
Self-awareness and confidence
Skills for learning
Approach to learning
The children will develop the confidence and skills necessary for reintegration to their long term educational setting. The TA will work with the children to ensure learning, pastoral and behavioural targets are met alongside their Educational Plan and ensure that outcomes are recorded following each session. They will then support transitions back into the nominated setting.
The successful candidate requires confidence, patience, and a range of skills to successfully work with our children and make a positive impact on their lives.
Applicants will need to be dedicated and enthusiastic in providing outstanding outcomes to children and young people with all aspects of their lives.
Key Responsibilities:
Support students in completing tasks, providing additional help with reading, writing, and practical activities. You may need to modify tasks or give extra guidance to ensure students can fully participate.
Help students re-engage with their education in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
Use creative strategies to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional well-being. Provide encouragement, guidance, and support during challenging situations.
Assist students with speech, language, and communication needs, using strategies such as visual aids, sign language, or communication tools to help them express themselves and engage with learning.
Complete quality reports and reviews as per company requirements in a timely manner.
To be eligible for this role you must have the following:
Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) or in a similar role.
Experience of completing quality reports and reviews.
A compassionate, patient, and proactive attitude towards supporting students with diverse needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
A commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and positive learning environment for all students.
A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
Enhanced DBS on the update system
Hold right to work in the UK
TPBN1_UKTJ