SEMH, SEN and SEND Teaching Assistants - Peterborough
Location: Various Schools Across Peterborough
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience and Role
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking dedicated SEN and SEND Teaching Assistants to work in various schools across Peterborough. If you are a compassionate and skilled educator looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!
THE ROLE
Depending on the role and school, duties may include:
- Supporting students with a range of special educational needs, including autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory impairments, and emotional and behavioural challenges.
- Delivering tailored lessons and interventions that cater to individual learning needs.
Assisting with the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and working closely with SENCOs, parents, and external professionals.
- Providing one-to-one and small group support to ensure pupil progress and well-being.
- Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
We welcome applications from candidates with any experience in SEN/SEND positions within UK schools. A wider range of positions are available for people with the following qualifications/experience:
- Unqualified with relevant experience.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
- CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
- A relevant degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- Team Teach, Makaton, PECS, or Autism Awareness training (desirable).
Previous experience working with children with SEN or SEND is essential.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Flexible working options - choose between day-to-day supply, long-term, or permanent roles.
- Competitive rates of pay, based on experience and qualifications.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and friendly team committed to finding the right role for you.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's education and well-being.
HOW TO APPLY:
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Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975