SEN Teaching Assistant
Full Time – Based in Ystrad just outside of Tonypandy area
Have you got experience working in the education, care or support work sector?
Do you have experience supporting adults or children with severe learning difficulties or elderly with chronic conditions?
Have experience with aspects of personal care, administrating medication and moving and handling?
Looking for a Monday to Friday role with weekends and school holidays off?
Daily rate of pay £88.92 - £101.92 per day?
We are actively recruiting for individuals to join our team here at Vision for Education who have an interest in supporting children in the classroom environment.
The role would involve supporting children with a variety of additional learning needs (ALN) and those who display challenging behaviour. The 3-19 school are looking for you to support these pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis, so you will really have the opportunity to make a positive impact on these pupils lives.
The role
- The role is based in Ystrad just outside of Tonypandy
- The position is located in a 3-19 special needs school so you would have the option of supporting primary and secondary aged children with ALN
- As part of the teaching assistant role you would be supporting pupils in the classroom environment to meet their daily learning objectives
- You will be responsible for building excellent relationships with pupils and be a positive role model
- The role will require you to identify triggers and de-escalate any behaviours before they arise
- Work on a 1:1 and small group basis to help pupils meet daily learning objectives
- Follow the direction of the class teacher, assisting where needed
- Utilise your skills and knowledge as a graduate to provide the best learning experience
- Think creatively and help contribute ideas to further improve teaching and learning
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a level 2/3 in Childcare or Health & Social Care qualification or higher, but this is not essential
- Have strong behaviour management skills
- Have experience in SEN / ALN (personal or professional)
- Be open to additional training - Team Teach or Manual Handling
- Have strong communication skills
- Have a passion for helping others
The benefits:
Excellent rate of pay - £88.92 - £101.92 per day
Auto-enrolment into company pension scheme
Personal development opportunities and a large variety of training courses available
Full time & part time positions available
Your own personal consultant dedicated to assisting you throughout your teaching career and to support with any questions or queries you may have
Vision for Education is part of The Edwin Group – a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, 2024 & 2025
A supportive culture where you are valued and rewarded for your contributions
If you feel the above job role is for you and to be shortlisted, please click apply below and upload a copy of your CV and we will be in touch to discuss things further with you.
Best of luck and look forward to speaking with you!
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