The AgencyHays is one of the market-leading agencies in the Education sector in Cheltenham and is currently actively recruiting for 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant jobs to assist with a rising demand for supply staff. Hays has built long-lasting relationships with local primary and reception schools in Cheltenham and has amitment to getting the right candidate in the right schools, with a number of jobs being registered every week.What you will be doing/ your responsibilities:
1. Getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards so as to maintain a safe and clean environment
2. Providing 1:1 care to a child with Special Educational Needs ( physical or mental impairment, learning difficulties ( dyslexia), ADHD, ASD)
3. Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment
4. Recording and reporting the child’s progress to the Teacher
5. Helping the child stay focused during class hours
6. Helping Teachers manage student behaviour
7. Helping Teachers improving the core skills of the child with SEN, for example reading, writing
8. Looking after and managing the child if unwell or upset
9. Providing a healthy, engaging and safe learning environment for children
What you’ll need to succeed, skills andpetencies:
10. Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant or equivalent (at least 20 days in the last 2 years)
11. Understanding of Special Educational Needs ( physical or mental impairment, learning difficulties ( dyslexia), ADHD, ASD)
12. Ability to guide and support children with SEN (ages of 5-11)
13. Ability tomunicate clearly and articulately
14. Inquisitive towards children, good relationship building
15. Ability to create an encouraging and appropriate learning environment for children with SEN
16. Empathetic - understanding, encouraging and sensitivity towards children and their needs
17. Ability to carry out tasks involving aputer or hand-device
18. Resilient, ability to respond calmly and constructively when under stress
19. Adaptable and flexible working attitude
20. Ability to learn and use a range of strategies to deal with classroom and individual behaviour
Desired but not essential qualifications:
21. A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
22. Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or similar
23. Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education or similar
24. T Level in Education and Early Years or similar
What you’ll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity, working in some excellent schools. You’ll receive:
25. A day rate of up to £90 per day in addition to holiday pay
26. Free CV consultation with a dedicated education consultant to support your career goals
27. Access to the Hays App, where you can access your timesheets, holiday booking system, free training, well-being courses and a range of discounts and cash-back deals
28. A dedicated Hays consultant
Location: Cheltenham (on-site)Contract type: Full-time or part-time, flexible daily availability depending on your needsIf you’re interested in this role, click 'apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #4552341 - Luca Mandzsu