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Sen Teaching Assistant (Contract)

3 November by TeacherActive : North : Yorkshire : Sheffield

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Yorkshire and the Humber -South Yorkshire -Sheffield
Salary:
£92.63 - £110/day

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £92.63 - £110 per day

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children with additional learning needs?

Do you have experience working with pupils with Autism / ASD, ADHD, SEMH or a range of special educational needs?

Are you patient, adaptable and committed to helping children reach their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Sheffield, who are looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The school supports pupils across Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2, providing opportunities to work with children who have a variety of additional learning needs.

The school is looking to take on an SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be providing 1:1 and classroom support to pupils with a mixture of special educational needs, helping them access the curriculum, manage their emotions and behaviours, and develop their confidence and independence while working closely with class teachers and the school's SENCO.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

  • Experience supporting children with special educational needs / SEN in a primary school or similar setting

  • Experience working with pupils with Autism / ASD, ADHD, SEMH or other additional learning needs

  • Confidence providing 1:1 support and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs

  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills

  • A patient, caring and resilient approach with a positive 'can-do' attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

  • CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

  • Market leading rates of pay

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: ellis.storey@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0114 321 0757

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