SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Supporting Children with Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties (Ages 2-19)

• Location: Ware
• Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Salary: -19,000 - -19,500
• Contract: 34 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time (43.6 weeks per annum)
• Hours: 8:45 to 15:45 pm with a 30-minute lunch break, plus one after-school club per week from 15:30 to 17:15.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? Do you have the dedication, resilience, and creativity to support students with severe and complex learning difficulties in reaching their full potential?

We are working with a vibrant and inclusive SEN school catering for pupils aged 2-19 with a range of profound, multiple, and complex needs. We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated team, on a full time and permanent basis.

• Support pupils with a wide range of learning, physical, and sensory needs in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment

• Assist the class teacher in delivering a highly individualised curriculum tailored to each pupil''s EHCP

• Provide personal care, mobility support, and communication assistance as required

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals

• Promote positive behaviour and social interaction, fostering each child''s confidence and independence

• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and wellbeing

• You will also be expected to participate in the children''s swimming lesson''s at least once a week

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in an education, care or support setting

• A patient, compassionate, and proactive attitude

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Flexibility and resilience to meet the varied needs of our students

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or willingness to train) are desirable

• A supportive and friendly staff team

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities - including opportunities to gain HLTA and teacher qualifications - all funded by the school

• A rewarding role where every day is different

• The chance to truly make an impact on young lives

• A well-resourced school committed to inclusion and excellence

To Apply: Please submit your updated CV and we will be in touch!