Job Description
An excellent secondary school in Bath is looking for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to start full-time in September. You may have worked as a support worker, in-class support worker or a Learning Support Advisor previously. You may have a related qualification or the ability to demonstrate relevant experience. You would be able to support children with the range of special educational needs including learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sensory, speech and language impairments and possibly behavioural difficulties.
The school has great feedback from our candidates previously placed there, and the staff team are very supportive and welcoming. The school may wish to arrange one or multiple trial days with candidates before the summer holidays, prior to making a firm decision.
Main Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, helping to make the curriculum accessible and engaging
• Promote independence, confidence and self-regulation in students
• Collaborate with class teachers, the SENCo and other staff to meet individual needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction through praise and consistency
• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment
Essential Criteria:
• Empathetic, patient, and passionate about supporting children's learning
• Availab...