At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in a classroom environment.
- Company: Inclusive school dedicated to fostering independence and learning.
- Benefits: Training provided, flexible hours, and opportunities for personal development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team committed to equal opportunities and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, understanding of special educational needs.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
- Criteria (Desirable/Essential)
- Right to work in the UK
- Level 2 (GCSE A – C or grade 4 or above) in English and Maths.
- Level 3 (NVQ) or equivalent
- Understanding of Special Educational Needs / Additional Learning Needs.
- Experience of supporting students in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs.
- Experience of working with children and assisting them with their independence, feeding, toileting and self-care.
- Ability to establish positive relationships with students and empathise with their needs.
- Ability to demonstrate active listening skills.
- Ability to provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to students’ needs.
- Ability to monitor the students’ response to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
- Ability to offer constructive feedback to students to reinforce self-esteem.
- Ability to deal sensitively with complex and sensitive issues.
- Ability to physically support pupils including those in special seating and wheelchairs in moving around the school environment and willingness and ability to implement the positive and protective handling techniques as required within individual pupil behaviour management programmes.
Guidance/training will be provided.
- Ability to supervise, assist and implement feeding programmes and pupil learning objectives relating to lunch time as well as adhering to any behaviour programmes relating to individual pupils.
Guidance/training will be provided.
- Understanding of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality on all school matters.
- Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team.
- Excellent communication skills, including with students, parents and carers, other staff and external agencies.
- Willingness to work flexibly, attending evening meetings as and when necessary and assisting throughout other areas of the school as requested.
- Demonstra ble commitment to equal opportunities.
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development.
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SEND Teaching Assistant employer: Sherwood Foundation School
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will thrive in a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises the growth and development of both students and staff. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have access to ongoing training and resources, allowing you to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Located in a vibrant community, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect, making our school an excellent place for passionate individuals dedicated to education.
Contact Details:
Sherwood Foundation School Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace SEND Teaching Assistant
Right to work in the UK
Level 2 in English and Maths
Level 3 (NVQ) or equivalent
Understanding of Special Educational Needs / Additional Learning Needs
Experience in supporting students in a classroom environment
Experience working with children with special educational needs
Ability to establish positive relationships with students
