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! How do SEN Teaching Assistants contribute to the Team? Within small classes encouraging pupils learning and progression as well as improving their social and emotional development Providing teaching and support to our pupils, following individualised curriculum plans Preparing and delivering lessons and activities, focusing largely on communication and life skills Contributing to research and undertaking training to support your personal development Supporting pupils participation in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice Providing behaviourally based support to replace and reduce behaviours that impact quality of life Monitoring pupil progress, ensuring teaching is appropriate and effective for each childs needs Assisting with breaktime duties including playground support and snack times Providing personal care and encouraging pupils to maintain acceptable levels of hygiene (toileting, feeding) What can we offer our SEN Teaching Assistants? A £1000 joining bonus Regular pay progression with opportunities to increase within 6 months from starting An impressive range of fully funded training pathways Career advancement opportunities to senior roles including Lead Teacher and Class Supervisor Additional opportunities to broaden your skills including becoming a Mental Health First Aider, School Council Representative and Pupil Behaviour Support team member The opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, teachers, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists Term time only working Transport between school and central Guildford where needed Free Parking Excellent staff wellbeing and support facilities Enrolment into our pension scheme Performance related bonus scheme Discounts at over 900 retailers via our online Smart Spending platform Fully Funded Training & Qualifications! Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 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 Analysis certification (BCBA), UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification (UKBA(cert)) Masters qualification in High Incidence & Disabilities worth up to £13,000 Regular industry 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 of working with children and disabilities Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths or equivalent Comfortable working with children who exhibit behaviour that challenges Comfortable supporting others with personal/intimate care where required Ability to keep calm in high pressure situations Commitment to our regular and ongoing professional development programme and training A positive, can-do attitude Salary: £26458 FTE (£23,000 PA Pro rata - based on 36.75 hours per week term time only) 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 to include Tuesdays and Fridays Annual Leave: 56 days school holiday Bank holidays Please note: This role is also known as 'Trainee SEN Teacher' orTrainee CABAS Teacher on our careers website. We are also keen to accommodate flexible working request for both part time hours and part time days per week. Please enquire upon application about how these options could work for you. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) of which the cost will be covered by Jigsaw