We are working with a Primary school in Trowbridge who are looking to appoint an SEN Teaching Assistant, ideally with experience of working with children with ASD and/ or SEMH.

The appointed Teaching Assistant will support an individual child in Year 5 who has recently joined the school. The boy has autism and is currently being taught outside of the classroom in the schools Nurture Unit. This role may also involve supporting the child during break times and lunch times.

The successful individuals will support the Class Teacher in the teaching and welfare of the assigned individual, ensuring they attain the targets set.
Dealing with the behavioural, communication, social and emotional development of the children is integral to these roles.

Pay £10 an hour

We can offer you:
• A commitment to providing children with high quality learning opportunities
• A dedicated team of staff and governors
• A positive working environment
• Supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team
• Strong and supportive SEN team

The ideal candidate will be:
• Able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the child with whom you are supporting
• Able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team, including working closely with outside agencies
• Able to relate exceptionally well with children and to go that extra mile to help them achieve
• Experienced of Primary School environments

If you are interested in this role, then we would love to hear from you.
Please firstly register on our website and we will get in touch with suitable candidates. You can also contact the Bristol Primary office on 01179453960 or email bristolprimary@protocol-educaton.com