SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Retford
\nAre you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a primary school in Retford?
\nOr do you have experience supporting children with additional needs and want to take on a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a pupil's education and development?
\nTradewind Recruitment are currently seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Retford and the surrounding areas. These roles may involve supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, learning needs or challenging behaviour.
\nWe are looking for full-time and part-time SEN Teaching Assistants, with short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities available.
\nResponsibilities
\nProviding individual and small-group support to pupils with SEND
\nSupporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and a range of additional learning needs
\nAdapting activities and resources to help pupils access the curriculum
\nDelivering targeted interventions in phonics, reading, writing and mathematics
\nSupporting pupils with emotional regulation, communication and positive behaviour
\nWorking closely with class teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
\nHelping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning
\nFollowing individual support plans, EHCP targets and school safeguarding procedures
\nRequirements
\nPrevious experience supporting children or young people with SEND in a school, specialist provision or similar setting
\nA Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable, although relevant experience will also be considered
\nA calm, patient and resilient approach
\nStrong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
\nConfidence supporting pupils with differing levels of need
\nEnhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances where applicable and suitable professional references
\nComprehensive employment history covering the previous 10 years where possible
\nRight to work in the UK
\nTo find out more about SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities in Retford, contact Harry on .
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