Posted 9 days ago
Job Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Newark
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (with an initial 12-week probationary period)
Salary: £440 - £550 per week
Driving license would be preferred due to the location of the school
Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable students? Have you considered a role in an Special Educational Needs School? If so, Simply Education would love to talk to you about SEN opportunities across the Lincolnshire area.
Simply Education is seeking a dynamic and resilient Teaching Assistant to join and work collaboratively in a SEN school based in Newark. The successful candidate will support vulnerable students with a range of different needs, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting academic success. This role requires adaptability, empathy, and a strong understanding of behaviour management strategies.
Simply Education is looking for teaching assistants that have an open mindset and understand the important of using initiative in the role. Each day is different, so you must be adaptable and receptive of an ever-changing environment. This school strives to provide students with engaging and creative curriculum that considers students individual needs.
Due to the school striving for consistency, the successful teaching assistant must be able to commit to a full-time position on a long-term basis. Previous experience, working in an education setting is essential and the ideal candidate would hold a Level 3 Teaching assistant qualification, however this is not essential. If the candidate does not hold this qualification, they should have a willingness to work towards this.
Key responsibilities.
Building Positive Relationships: Establishing trusting and positive relationships with students is essential. Teaching assistants should create a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel safe to express themselves and seek help when needed.
Assisting with Classroom Activities: Teaching assistants support the delivery of lessons by assisting students during class activities, providing one-on-one instruction, and adapting teaching materials to meet individual needs.
Implementing Behaviour Management Strategies: Teaching assistants often assist in implementing behaviour management strategies outlined in students' behaviour support plans. This may involve using techniques such as positive reinforcement, de-escalation strategies, and conflict resolution skills.
Providing Emotional Support: Students with SEN needs may require additional emotional support. Teaching assistants should be empathetic listeners and provide encouragement and reassurance to help students cope with challenges and build resilience.
Supporting Inclusion: Teaching assistants help promote inclusion by facilitating the participation of students with needs in various classroom and school activities. They may collaborate with teachers to modify activities and assignments to ensure accessibility for all students.
The key benefits of working with Simply Education:
Your own dedicated SEND consultant with around the clock access via phone.
Access to our Educational Development Managers who provide free CPD training.
Email and SMS confirmation of bookings.
£75 refer-a-friend scheme.
If you like the sound of this or would like some more information, then don’t hesitate in contacting us! Please click apply and send us a copy of your CV or if you would like an informal chat about the job role, please contact Ruth.j@simplyeducation.co.uk or alternatively on 01522 370172 at our Lincoln office.
*As part of the recruitment process, all candidates are required to have 2 years referencing, provide a 10-year history of education/work and have an enhanced DBS check completed. All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks. *
REF: RVJ-SEN030-NEWA