Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Salary: £77 - £95 per day
Job Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about supporting young people with autism to reach their full potential? Protocol Education, a leading education recruitment agency, are seeking dedicated individuals to join a specialist school as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
About the School:
Our partner school specializes in providing day places to young people with autism aged 11-19. Many of these students have experienced negative school experiences due to their diagnosis, including school refusal or multiple exclusions, leading to a poor quality of life for both the young person and their family. With a commitment to providing a structured educational environment, the school focuses on creating independence, confidence, and functional skills development. Their approach aims to equip students with the tools needed to navigate everyday life, both during their school years and in future employment opportunities.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and group support to students with autism in classroom settings.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualized support plans tailored to each student's requirements.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour management and emotional well-being.
- Collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
- Support students in developing strategies to better manage their behaviour, emotions, and mental health.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people with autism is desirable.
- Resilience and mental strength to work with the challenging behaviour encountered in the school is a must
- A compassionate and patient approach to supporting students with diverse needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A commitment to promoting the well-being and development of all students.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates ranging from £77 to £95 per day.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs.
- Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
- Continuous professional development through tailored training opportunities.
- £50 Refer a Friend Scheme
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people with autism and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a SEN Teaching Assistant and contribute to the success and well-being of students.
Please submit your CV or email Abi at abigail.king@protocol-education.com
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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