S.E.N.D. Teaching AssistantTemplecombe- BA8 0AF

An excellent, well-resourced special school in Templecombe is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant. You may have worked as a support worker, in-class support worker or a Learning Support Advisor previously. You may have a related qualification or the ability to demonstrate relevant experience. You would be able to support children with the range of special educational needs including learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sensory, speech and language impairments and behavioural difficulties.

The school has great feedback from parents and supply staff. The staff team are supportive and welcoming. The school is easily accessible by public transport. The school needs people who can commit to 5 days a week. If you are experienced and able to work full time this can be reflected in your rate of pay.

• You will need to be confident in adapting the lesson activity according to pupil's individual needsCreating and maintaining a stimulating learning environment for the pupils to achieve and thrive. The pay rate is £12.81* an hour. The day is 7 hours with an unpaid 30 min lunch break. Your daily rate of pay would be £83.29* but with a potential to earn more based on level of experience. *Including holiday pay

Essential criteria:
• Previous experience working with individuals with SEN/Autism/Complex Needs/SEMH is desirable
• Have a right to work in the UK (A Valid Visa)
• At least one recent child-based reference and relevant DBS/ Police checks.What can Five Education offer you?
• One of the best supply experiences in The South West - check out our google reviews!
• Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 5 days).
• Subsidised initial DBS cost (we pay £20, you pay £30).
• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working.

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more. We are always available for an informal chat if you want