SEN Teaching Assistant role at TipTopJob
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Salary: GBP11.72 – GBP12.78 per hour (GBP20,941.30 – GBP22,835.30 actual salary) based on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week; Term Time Only
About The School
Join this Good rated school, located in the scenic woodlands of Darwen. The school specialises in delivering education and care for students aged 10-19 with complex needs, including Asperger's Syndrome and Autism. They are currently seeking a Level 1/2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.
Your Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the academic and personal development of the students. You will support their learning and wellbeing, helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing and secure environment. Your responsibilities may include addressing care needs and implementing positive behaviour management strategies, tailored to each student’s unique requirements.
You will establish warm, supportive relationships with the pupils, fostering a safe and engaging learning atmosphere. Encouraging independence and personal growth, while maintaining high behavioural standards, is essential. You will assist the class teacher in providing high-quality, challenging, and differentiated educational experiences, enabling every student to excel.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in planning and evaluating learning activities.
* Provide valuable feedback on student progress and achievement.
* Help monitor, assess, record, and report on pupils' progress in line with school policies.
* Support positive behaviour and focus, adapting your approach as needed.
* Promote spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, and uphold British values within the PSHE framework.
* Foster students’ cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, physical development, and spiritual well-being through a holistic curriculum.
* Flexibility and willingness to assist where needed in the dynamic SEN environment.
Skills and Qualifications
* Experience in an SEN role, either employed or voluntary.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for student carpooling on a rota basis).
* Recognised Level 2 or higher qualification in Support Work for Teaching and Learning in Schools (desirable).
* GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above (essential).
* Knowledge of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
* Experience with pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD.
* A child-centred approach, recognising and responding to each student’s individuality.
* Creativity and positivity in meeting pupils' needs.
Benefits
* Full training and ongoing support.
* Life assurance and pension.
* Health cash back plan.
* Car lease scheme.
* Bike to work scheme.
* Perk box.
* Free parking.
Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning they can ask candidates to disclose all convictions and cautions (including those spent unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to ensure suitability for working with children.
If you’re passionate about enhancing the education and wellbeing of children with complex needs, we invite you to become part of this dedicated team. Apply now or call Claire Watson.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industries: Advertising Services
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