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SalaryWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistantto join a Primary School in the Loughborough area. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students with Special Educational Needs.
It is a full-time position with the right candidate an opportunity to go permanent.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one support to a student with SEND, ensuring their individual learning needs are met.
- Collaborate with the class teacher and other professionals to develop and implement personalised education plans.
- Adapt teaching strategies and materials to accommodate the unique learning styles and abilities of the student.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting the social and emotional development of the student.
- Assist with classroom activities and facilitate the student's integration into group activities whenever possible.
- Monitor the student's progress, record observations, and provide feedback to the class teacher and relevant professionals.
- Work closely with parents and caregivers, providing updates on the student's progress and offering support and guidance.
- Implement behaviour management strategies and provide a supportive and nurturing environment for the student.
Requirements:
- Experience working with students with SEND, preferably in a school or educational setting.
- Strong knowledge of various SEND conditions, learning difficulties, and strategies for supporting students with diverse needs.
- Patient, empathetic, and understanding approach, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and professionals.
- A proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the student.
- Relevant qualifications in Special Educational Needs or Teaching Assistant roles are desirable but not essential.
- An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) .
