At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with special educational needs to access a balanced curriculum.
- Company: Ash Field Academy, a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and various employee perks.
- Other info: Join a motivated team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a fun work atmosphere.
- Qualifications: NVQ level 2 or equivalent and experience with children.
The predicted salary is between 26832 - 28146 £ per year.
SEN Teaching Assistant – Casual Engagement
Employer: Ash Field Academy, Location: Leicester, Leicestershire, Contract: Casual Engagement, Salary: £26,832 – £28,146 per annum, Hours: To be confirmed, Start: As Soon As Possible.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and provide specialist support to pupils with identified disabilities, SEN, sensory impairments, and other needs to access a broad and balanced curriculum by modifying and adapting learning activities as appropriate.
- Support the special education and personal social wellbeing of pupils by adapting and differentiating activities to enable them to access the curriculum under the direction and guidance of teachers or advisory staff.
- Assess, record, and report on development, progress, and attainment using detailed specialist knowledge.
- Support parents to understand their children’s needs and provide sound advice regarding their child’s education.
- Provide appropriate supervision to individuals or groups in various settings, including school, pupils’ home environments, or units, monitoring their conduct and behaviour.
- We Are Looking For Someone Who Has
- NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification (e. g., Teaching Assistant awards, English/Maths GCSE (A*‑C or 9‑4), Level 2 Basic Skills Literacy, CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Child Care and Education).
- Experience working with children of the relevant age group.
- Knowledge and understanding of at least one area of learning (e. g., English, Maths, Science, SEN, Early Years, and KS 3 Strategy for literacy or numeracy).
- Ability to plan work and exercise initiative and independent action.
- Ability to relate well to adults and children, understanding their learning difficulties and needs.
What We Offer
- Support for continuous professional development
- Opportunities to visit other organisations for professional learning
- Highly committed and motivated team
- A role that makes a real difference while having fun
- Additional perks
- Free car parking (Limited spaces)
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale range
- A defined benefit pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Employee self-service portal
- Eyecare voucher scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retail discounts
- Dental support
- Gym discount
- Be part of a wider community within the Discovery Schools Trust
- Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
- Support from an established Central Services Team
- Safeguarding Statement
Ash Field Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.
All posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
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