SEND Teaching Assistant. Job in Swanley Education & Training Jobs

Overview

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Behaviour Mentor Progress Partner

Empowering Learning Ltd are looking for SEND HLTA for a special needs school in the Orpington and Bromley area starting ASAP (PLEASE ONLY apply if you have a DBS on the update service or at stage 4 minimum).

We are looking for outstanding SEND experienced Teaching Assistants who are dedicated to supporting children in a classroom setting or on a 1:1 basis. Our schools cater for children with varied SEND needs such as Autism, Dyslexia, Emotional and Behavioural difficulties. The role is to work in a school based in southeast London Bromley borough. They are seeking a Higher-level TA.

Hours of work: 8.00 to 4.00 pm. Starting ASAP. Working with Autism and challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

1. To take a lead role in delivering learning activities to individuals and groups of pupils under an agreed system of supervision.
2. To make a significant contribution to the planning and preparation of learning activities for specified individuals or groups.
3. To provide the relevant teacher(s) with appropriate feedback and reports on pupil achievement, progress and development.
4. To contribute to effective team practice by attending and participating in planned in-service training as appropriate.
5. To promote the inclusion of all pupils within the classroom and be aware of different pupils\\\’ specific needs.
6. To understand and respond positively to the physical, emotional and/or behavioural needs of pupils and to encourage participation and independence.
7. To promote and reinforce academy policies, practices and procedures, including an understanding of child protection and health and safety responsibilities.
8. To participate in multi-agency meetings when required.
9. To liaise with parents/carers as point of contact for learning support/welfare issues.
10. To take part in progress meetings to understand student progress and to know how to further support them.
11. To be able to take cover lessons when required in the main subject to which they are allocated.
12. To contribute to updating key documents such as pupil passports and progress review documents.
13. To attend all professional development training.
14. To take part in curriculum planning.
15. To take on an area to champion such as dyslexia, ADD, etc.
16. To take part/lead on event days.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• Worked in this role before or experienced associated with this field.
• Comfortable working with challenging behaviour.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff and students.
• Key stage 2 – 4 experience.
• Five days a week and able to commit to a contract.

Benefits

• Dedicated consultant committed to finding the right role and setting for you.
• A fast clearance process, most of which can be accessed online.
• Termly CPD opportunities – TEAM TEACH / SEND Workshop.

Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. Please note that successful applicants will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in SEN Teaching and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you TODAY! Please contact Patricia via email (url removed).

Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.