Job Title :Teaching Assistant Specialist SEN School Location: Stanstead Abbotts Salary: £19,711 (Actual) Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Hours: 34 hours per week (MondayFriday, 8.45am3.45pm, 30?minute lunch) About the Role A highly supportive specialist school near Hoddesdon is looking for enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to join their team.
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
The school supports pupils aged 219 with severe learning difficulties, complex needs and challenging behaviour.
Staff work in a warm, collaborative environment with excellent facilities and resources.
This is a rewarding role where you will help pupils learn, grow and achieve their personal goals.
Key Responsibilities Support pupils with personal care, social development, hygiene, first aid and general welfare Provide administrative support to teachers (photocopying, filing, record keeping) Assist with planning and delivering individual education plans Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate records Use specialist knowledge or experience to support learning Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals Promote inclusion and help pupils integrate with peers Support pupils during swimming or hydrotherapy sessions What Were Looking For You do not need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant.
Applicants with backgrounds in care, childcare, youth work or supporting vulnerable people are encouraged to apply.
Ideal Qualities Willingness to undertake training and gain relevant qualifications Adaptable communication skills to meet a range of pupil needs Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team Understanding of need-led education and care plans A compassionate, patient and resilient approach Career Development This school is committed to developing its staff.
Over 90% of their current teaching staff began as Teaching Assistants. xxuwjjq