SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackburn, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £15.46 - £17.71 per hour |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | Blackburn_1713786879 |
| Job Views | 69 |
- Description
Job Advertisement: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant
Veritas Education is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant on behalf of a respected local Blackburn with Darwen Primary School. This rewarding position is available to start as soon as possible, with working hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Position Overview:
- Location: Blackburn with Darwen Primary School
- Start Date: Immediate
- Working Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Key Responsibilities: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting Pupils: Provide tailored support to pupils with diverse learning needs, ensuring they receive the assistance required to thrive academically and emotionally.
- Building Positive Relationships: Foster positive relationships with pupils, promoting high self-esteem and independence while offering encouragement and support.
- Adapting Communication: Adjust communication styles to suit the individual needs of pupils, ensuring effective interaction and understanding.
- Supporting Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs: Assist pupils with their social, emotional, and mental health needs, identifying and escalating concerns as necessary to ensure appropriate support is provided.
- Promoting Positive Behavior: Encourage and promote high standards of behavior, adhering to the school's behavior policy and guidelines on physical intervention when necessary.
- Individual Education and Support Plans: Contribute to the development and delivery of individual education and support plans, collaborating with teachers and specialists to address specific learning goals and requirements.
Qualifications and Attributes:
- Previous experience working with pupils with special educational needs and disabilities is desirable.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable pupils.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to the diverse needs of pupils and respond effectively to challenging situations.
- Understanding of behavior management strategies and techniques.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and protocols.
- Relevant qualifications and certifications are advantageous.
Join Our Team: If you are a caring and dedicated individual passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive school environment committed to inclusive education and student welfare.
Veritas Education is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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.'
- Experience
- *Assist with the planning and delivery of teaching/learning activities *Attend to pupils' personal needs, including social, health, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters *Provide dedicated SEND support to pupils *Within an agreed system on supervision, plan, deliver and evaluate programs of work that meet teaching and learning objectives *Support pupils on their break and lunchtimes
- Qualifications
- - 4 or 5 GCSE )a-C) including English and Maths -2 to 3 A levle, or equivalent, for a degree - Relevant teacher training or teaching assistant qualifications.
