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Calling all Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Workers, and Nursery School Workers...
* Are you looking to build a promising career in SEN Education?
* Would you like access to a wide range of fully funded qualification and training opportunities?
* Do you have a passion for helping others and learning more about how to support autistic children?
If this sounds like you, at Jigsaw School we have a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated individuals with an interest in behaviourally based teaching to join our teaching team!
Salary: £23,000 PA (Plus a £1000 joining bonus)
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am - 4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am - 5:30pm, Friday: 8:45am - 4:30pm. Part-time working is available with a minimum of 3 days, including Tuesdays and Fridays.
Please note: This role is also known as 'Trainee SEN Teacher' or 'Trainee CABAS Teacher' on our careers website.
How do SEN Teaching Assistants contribute to the team?
* Providing teaching and support to pupils, following individualised curriculum plans.
* Preparing and delivering lessons and activities, focusing on communication and life skills.
* Supporting pupils in participation in trips and applying theory-based learning to practice.
* Providing behaviourally based support to reduce behaviors impacting quality of life.
* Monitoring pupil progress to ensure teaching is appropriate and effective.
* Assisting with breaktime duties, including playground support and snack times.
* Providing personal care, encouraging pupils to maintain hygiene (toileting, feeding).
What can we offer our SEN Teaching Assistants?
* Regular pay progression with opportunities to increase as soon as 6 months from start.
* Career advancement opportunities to senior roles, including Lead Teacher and Class Supervisor.
* Daily transport to and from Guildford.
* Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, teachers, speech & language therapists, and occupational therapists.
* Staff wellbeing and support facilities.
* Term-time only working.
* A range of comprehensive funded training pathways.
Fully Funded Training & Qualifications!
* Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses, including RQF CACHE Levels 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties, and Teaching & Learning.
* Behaviour analysis-specific qualifications, including Teaching Ranks, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification (UKBA(cert)).
* Masters in High Incidence & Disabilities worth up to £13,000.
* All staff will also receive regular training in Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, Personal Care, Autism, and more.
What will you need to apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role?
* Professional, personal, or voluntary experience working with children and disabilities.
* Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths or equivalent.
* Comfortable working with children exhibiting challenging behaviors.
* Supportive of personal and intimate care when required.
* Ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations.
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
We are also keen to accommodate flexible working requests for both part-time hours and days. Please inquire upon application about how these options could work for you.
About Jigsaw
Jigsaw Trust is a registered charity inspired by autism, committed to providing high-quality education, vocational, and wellbeing services for autistic people. It also promotes awareness and acceptance of autism.
Jigsaw Trust includes Jigsaw CABAS School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, educating children aged 4-19, and Jigsaw Plus, a specialist day service for adults 18+. The Trust operates social enterprises such as Café on the Park and Jigsaw GARDEN, offering work experience, volunteering, and outdoor activities.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the DBS, at Jigsaw's expense.
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