SEND Teaching Assistant

Five Education is seeking a teaching assistant to work in a mainstream school in Langport. The school has a vibrant and inclusive environment, committed to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment to ensure that every student achieves their full potential. The role will be working 1 : 1 with a student throughout the week. You will provide tailored support to a student with specific educational needs, fostering their academic and personal development. The successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient and comfortable in handling challenging behaviour. As an agency, we also have schools across Somerset and surrounding areas so feel free to get in touch if you are in nearby locations. Main Responsibilities Help the pupils to access the curriculum and possibly tailor the lesson of the activity to their level of ability Make learning fun, enjoyable and accessible Provide emotional and behavioural support to students, helping them to develop coping strategies and self-regulation skills Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and other staff members to address the individual needs of students Essential Criteria Have an interest in supporting children / young people Right to work in the UK Relevant references and DBS / police checks if necessary Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), 8 : 30-15 : 30

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