Description
Job Title: SEND Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Sutton, London
Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Full time
Pay: Paid to scale
Start Date: Monday 1st September
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Primary Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and supportive team at a thriving primary school based in Surrey. The ideal candidate will be someone with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children with various learning needs and disabilities, enabling them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide tailored support to children with a range of special educational needs, including those with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities.
• Work closely with the classroom teacher to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and adapt learning materials to suit the needs of each child.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of activities, ensuring they are suitable for children with SEND.
• Encourage and assist children with their educational and social development, including supporting them with literacy, numeracy, and other key skills.
• Monitor and record the progress of children with SEND, providing feedback to the classroom teacher and SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
• Effectively manage classroom behaviour, using appropriate strategies to support positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assist with personal care needs of the students as required, while fostering their independence.
• Collaborate with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists as needed.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities related to SEND.
• Engage with parents and guardians, keeping them informed of their child's progress and contributing to review meetings.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Previous experience working with primary-aged children with SEND, or a strong desire to work in this field.
• Relevant teaching assistant qualification, or willingness to undergo training.
• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and experience implementing effective strategies to support children with SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Patience, compassion, and resilience, with an enthusiastic approach to learning and development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• An up-to-date Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one.
Location: Sutton, London
Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Full time
Pay: Paid to scale
Start Date: Monday 1st September
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Primary Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and supportive team at a thriving primary school based in Surrey. The ideal candidate will be someone with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children with various learning needs and disabilities, enabling them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide tailored support to children with a range of special educational needs, including those with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities.
• Work closely with the classroom teacher to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and adapt learning materials to suit the needs of each child.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of activities, ensuring they are suitable for children with SEND.
• Encourage and assist children with their educational and social development, including supporting them with literacy, numeracy, and other key skills.
• Monitor and record the progress of children with SEND, providing feedback to the classroom teacher and SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
• Effectively manage classroom behaviour, using appropriate strategies to support positive behaviour and engagement.
• Assist with personal care needs of the students as required, while fostering their independence.
• Collaborate with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists as needed.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities related to SEND.
• Engage with parents and guardians, keeping them informed of their child's progress and contributing to review meetings.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Previous experience working with primary-aged children with SEND, or a strong desire to work in this field.
• Relevant teaching assistant qualification, or willingness to undergo training.
• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and experience implementing effective strategies to support children with SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Patience, compassion, and resilience, with an enthusiastic approach to learning and development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• An up-to-date Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one.