SEN Teaching Assistant

Progress Teachers are recruiting for an SEND Teaching Assistant on behalf of a lovely school in the Ibstock area of Leicestershire (LE67). This is a full time long term position to start ASAP until July 2025 as a minimum , and this position could also become permanent for the right candidate!

We focus on long-term and permanent employment, meaning that you return to the SAME school every day, offering consistency not only to staff but also for the students, often resulting in you transferring onto the school's contract.

The successful candidate will be working 1 : 1 to support a child in Y2 with a diagnosis of Autism, accessing a different curriculum and requiring continuous 1 : 1 support. You may also be asked to work with other pupils with a SEND diagnosis where needed.

Responsibilities :

• Work with pupils with a variety of SEND Needs including Autism, ADHD, Sensory Needs, and Physical Disabilities.
• Develop resources that enhance learning.
• Foster a positive learning environment through interactive activities.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies to promote positive interactions, including de-escalating and redirecting behaviours.
• Monitor and track progress of children's development.
• Work closely with the school's SENDCO.

Benefits of working with Progress Teachers :

Applicants must have prior experience within the education sector or similar sectors / roles such as Youth Work, Family Support Work, Behaviour Mentor, or Children’s Residential Support Work.

For the higher pay rate, you must have at least 2 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant.

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