SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist Primary School

Location

Swinton, Salford

Pay

£112.58+ per day

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:45am-3:45pm

Start

ASAP

Contract

Long-term

We are looking for a pro-active and engaging SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist primary school in Swinton.

The school supports children with a range of additional and complex needs, providing highly personalised learning and support based around each child's individual EHCP.

Many pupils require support with communication, sensory regulation, behaviour, learning, social development and independence.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils both 1:1 and in small groups.

Your responsibilities will include

• Supporting pupils to access learning
• Following individual EHCP targets
• Developing communication and interaction skills
• Using visual communication systems such as PECS and now-and-next boards
• Supporting sensory regulation
• Helping pupils manage transitions and routines
• Encouraging independence and life skills
• Supporting social and emotional development
• Helping pupils engage in play, practical and physical activities
• Supporting personal care where required
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff

The school is looking for staff who are proactive and willing to get involved. You should be confident engaging with children through activities, play, sensory work and outdoor learning, while adapting your approach to suit individual needs.

About You

We are looking for someone who is

• Pro-active and enthusiastic
• Patient, calm and resilient
• Confident working with SEN pupils
• Able to build positive relationships
• Comfortable supporting communication and sensory needs
• Reliable and consistent
• Able to use their own initiative
• Passionate about supporting children's development

Previous experience with ASD, non-verbal pupils, communication difficulties, sensory needs or learning difficulties is desirable.

Experience as a SEN TA, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker or similar will be considered.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• SEN experience desirable
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK
• Two suitable references

Why Apply?

• £110+ per day
• Monday-Friday, 8:45am-3:45pm
• ASAP start
• Long-term position
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated Educato consultant
• Opportunity to gain specialist SEN experience
• Potential for permanent opportunities

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is proactive, engaging and passionate about supporting children with additional needs, apply today.