Join Our Dedicated Team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Taunton!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support students with special needs? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Taunton Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. Our school caters to secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including:
- Autism
- Asperger's Syndrome
- ADHD
- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to our students, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Supporting individual students and small groups with their learning and development
- Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials
- Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress
- Promoting positive behavior and social interactions
- Providing personal care and assistance as needed
- Competitive daily pay rate of £92.63 to £105.36
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people
- Previous experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable
- A patient, caring, and resilient attitude
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
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Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Taunton employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
