Job description
Are you passionate about supporting individual children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with SEND in a friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school on a long-term basis.
Location: Cannock
Position: SEND Teaching Assistant
Type of Work: One-to-one support for a child with SEND within a mainstream primary classroom
Contract/Position Start Date: ASAP – Sept
Duration: Ongoing
Contract Type: Long-term (potential to go permanent)
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Minimum Rate of Pay: Negotiable
Hours: 8:30 am 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Agency: Prospero Teaching
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s educational experience by offering tailored, consistent, and nurturing support.
The Role:
· Provide support for a pupil with specific SEND needs ( autism, ADHD, speech & language difficulties)
· Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals
· Adapt learning materials and approaches to suit the childs individual needs
· Support the pupils academic, social, and emotional development
· Maintain accurate records of progress and share feedback with the wider team
· Contribute to a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will:
· Have previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school setting (essential)
· Have experience in a role or similar (preferred)
· Hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in education or childcare (essential)
· Be calm, compassionate, and proactive in supporting additional needs
· Communicate effectively with colleagues, children, and families
· Hold an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)
Requirements to Work with Prospero Teaching:
· Hold Right to Work in the UK
· Hold a valid, enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
· Provide two child-related professional references covering the last two years
To Apply: