Description
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Glastonbury, Somerset
Salary: £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our reputable agency, with deployment to a welcoming primary school located in the heart of Glastonbury, Somerset. This is an excellent full-time opportunity for an individual who is passionate about contributing to the education and well-being of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the educational team to provide tailored support to a child with 1:1 needs. Your role will be pivotal in creating an inclusive and supportive environment that allows the child to thrive and achieve their personal best.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver personalized support under the guidance of teaching staff, focusing on the individual needs of a pupil with SEND.
- Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans.
- Encourage the child’s engagement in learning activities, whilst also promoting independence.
- Use a variety of strategies to facilitate communication and learning.
- Monitor and report on the pupil’s progress to teachers and parents.
- Provide support with the social and emotional development of the child, helping them to build resilience and confidence.
- Foster a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.
- Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and specialists to enhance the educational experience of the child.
- Attend to the personal care needs of the pupil, if necessary.
- Maintain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of safeguarding guidelines and procedures, ensuring the welfare of the child is always prioritized.
Requirements:
- Prior experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar role within primary education.
- A clear understanding of the needs of children with SEND and the ability to adapt to various educational settings.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Adequate knowledge of safeguarding policies and a current Enhanced DBS check.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive outlook towards the education of children with additional needs.
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Location: Glastonbury, Somerset
Salary: £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our reputable agency, with deployment to a welcoming primary school located in the heart of Glastonbury, Somerset. This is an excellent full-time opportunity for an individual who is passionate about contributing to the education and well-being of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the educational team to provide tailored support to a child with 1:1 needs. Your role will be pivotal in creating an inclusive and supportive environment that allows the child to thrive and achieve their personal best.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver personalized support under the guidance of teaching staff, focusing on the individual needs of a pupil with SEND.
- Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans.
- Encourage the child’s engagement in learning activities, whilst also promoting independence.
- Use a variety of strategies to facilitate communication and learning.
- Monitor and report on the pupil’s progress to teachers and parents.
- Provide support with the social and emotional development of the child, helping them to build resilience and confidence.
- Foster a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.
- Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and specialists to enhance the educational experience of the child.
- Attend to the personal care needs of the pupil, if necessary.
- Maintain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of safeguarding guidelines and procedures, ensuring the welfare of the child is always prioritized.
Requirements:
- Prior experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar role within primary education.
- A clear understanding of the needs of children with SEND and the ability to adapt to various educational settings.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Adequate knowledge of safeguarding policies and a current Enhanced DBS check.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive outlook towards the education of children with additional needs.
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.