Job description
Exciting Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant Role
Location: Royston, Hertfordshire (SG8 Area)
Hours: 08:30am - 16:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic, rewarding environment where you can support students on their individual journeys? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing tailored support to children with diverse learning needs, including personal care and following detailed care plans. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive team, helping to create an inclusive and empowering environment where each child can thrive.
Why Join Us?
Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly influence the educational, emotional, and social outcomes of children with SEN, fostering their independence, confidence, and overall well-being.
Varied and Engaging Role: Work with children who have a range of needs, from physical disabilities to emotional and behavioural challenges, and be part of a team that adapts learning to suit every child's needs.
Professional Development: Comprehensive onboarding training is provided, including Lego Therapy, Sensory Learning, IEPs, Risk Assessments, Makaton, and much more. We invest in your growth and help you develop new skills.
Collaborative Team: Join a supportive team of educators where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a significant difference.
Job Satisfaction: You'll gain immense satisfaction from helping children reach their full potential while building positive relationships with both students and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Personal Care: Assist with personal care needs where required, including helping with feeding, dressing, and toileting, ensuring the students' comfort and dignity at all times.
Supporting Learning: Provide one-on-one or small group support to children, adapting lessons and resources to meet their individual needs.
Care Plans: Follow individual care and learning plans, ensuring students' health, safety, and development needs are met.
Therapeutic Support: Assist with sensory learning activities, providing therapeutic interventions to help children with emotional and sensory regulation.
Behavioural Support: Implement behavioural strategies as directed by teachers and specialists, ensuring a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Developing Communication: Support students with communication difficulties through Makaton and other communication strategies.
Onboarding and Training:
When you join us, you will receive comprehensive training that includes:
Lego Therapy: A fun, structured way to promote social and communication skills.
Sensory Learning: Tailored activities to support sensory development and regulation.
Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Learn how to develop and implement tailored learning strategies.
Risk Assessments: Understanding and managing risk to ensure a safe environment for all students.
Makaton: A key tool for communication with children who have limited verbal skills, helping them to express themselves.
Ideal Candidate:
Passionate about SEN: Whether through personal experience, volunteering, or professional background, you are driven to make a positive impact on the lives of children with SEN.
Compassionate and Patient: You bring empathy, understanding, and patience to every aspect of your role, especially in supporting children with personal care needs.
Adaptable: You can think on your feet and respond to the unique challenges and opportunities each day brings.
Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment, sharing ideas and working together to create the best outcomes for the children.
Ready to Learn: Enthusiastic about receiving training and developing new skills to support children in a variety of ways.
If you are looking for a fulfilling and meaningful role where you can make a significant difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you!