SEN Teaching Assistant

Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Gillingham

Salary: £70 - £90

Job Type: Full time

Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working with children who have special educational needs, such as autism, dyslexia, or behavioural difficulties. You will work closely with the class teacher to provide support to the children and help them to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Work with individuals or small groups of children to support their learning and development.
• Provide support to children with special educational needs in class, as well as during break times and lunch times.
• Help to create and maintain a positive learning environment that is inclusive and supportive of all children.
• Observe and monitor the progress of children and report any concerns to the class teacher.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the children's care and education.
• Assist with planning and preparing resources for lessons and activities.
• Ensure that the classroom is clean and tidy and that all equipment is in good working order.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children with special educational needs.
• Knowledge of SEN strategies and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive and patient attitude.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A willingness to undertake further training and development as required.

If you are passionate about working with children with special educational needs and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you.