Lancashire, BB1 Leigham Stone
Permanent/Full Time £19,000 - £22,000
SEN Teaching Assistant in Lancashire
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Salary: £19,500 - £22,000
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2024
Overview: The school is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their SEN school in Darwen, Lancashire. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2024.
About the SEN School: The school provides specialized education and care for students aged 10-19 with complex needs, typically related to Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, and other conditions. They pride themselves on offering a nurturing environment that promotes the personal and educational development of each student.
The Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support the learning and wellbeing of students, ensuring they have the best opportunities to reach their full potential in a safe and caring environment. Your responsibilities include:
Supporting the class teacher in delivering high-quality, challenging, and differentiated educational activities.
Establishing warm, supportive relationships with pupils to help them feel safe and supported.
Assisting with care needs and positive behaviour management tailored to individual students.
Promoting independence and personal development in pupils, maintaining high expectations of behaviour.
Participating in planning and evaluating learning activities and providing feedback on pupil progress.
Key Responsibilities: Monitoring, assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils’ progress.
Supporting positive behaviour and adapting responses to changes in pupil behaviour.
Promoting spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development and British values within the curriculum.
Supporting the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of pupils through a holistic approach.
Skills and Qualifications: Successful candidates will likely demonstrate:
Experience working with SEN in an employed or voluntary setting.
Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
Knowledge or experience of working with pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD.
GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above (essential).
A positive, creative, and child-first approach to meeting individual needs.
Perks and Benefits: Full training and continued support.
Health cashback plan.
Life insurance.
Free parking.
How to Apply: [Application instructions here]
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