Sen Support Assistant

SEN Support Assistant

Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

Contract Type: Monday-Friday (Full-Time - 8:30am-3:30pm) -Term Time Only

Salary: 80- 90 a day

About Veritas Education:
At Veritas Education, we are committed to providing the highest quality education and support to students. We work closely with specialist schools and provisions to deliver the best learning experiences and support systems, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join our schools in Keighley.

Are you passionate about education and looking to make a real impact in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? Veritas Education are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Support Assistants to work in our special schools in Bradford. We have both full-time and part-time positions available to suit your schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the class teacher to support the learning and development of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Provide one-to-one or small group support, adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the individual needs of students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere, ensuring all students feel valued and supported.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and contribute to the assessment of students' progress.
• Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists, to create a comprehensive support network.
• Be confident with behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Assist with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Be a fantastic role model and encourage positive behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Have good knowledge of the National Curriculum to support students with their learning.
• An optimistic outlook and determination to make a difference to children's education.
• Hard working and flexible to meet the needs of the children.
• Be comfortable and confident supporting children with complex SEN and medical needs.
• Communicate with the children by using PECS, sign language and Makaton.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting adults and/or children with Special Educational Needs is essential.
• Personal experience supporting a family member with SEN/PMLD is also valued.
• Level 2 Team Teach is essential, although this training can be offered by veritas.
• Good knowledge of SEN is essential.
• A moving and handling qualification is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with special needs students.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Candidates must hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS upon registration.
• Have proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to (url removed). Please include 'SEN Support Assistant -Keighley' in the subject line with a brief description on why you are interested in the role.

Application Requirements:

Veritas Education are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Background checks and reference checks will be conducted on all successful candidates.

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 5 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'