Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant? Do you have a passion for working with children who have Special Educational Needs? If so, Teaching Personnel are excited to hear from you!

We are looking for TA's to support children in schools in Wellingborough. 

You will be working with children in a Special Needs setting. These schools cater for children and young people with varied needs. These include but are not limited to Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Speech and Language needs, Mental Health needs, Profound Multiple Learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Support students with academic tasks and encourage them to reach their potential in a professional and caring manner
Adapting materials and activities to suit individual needs
Maintain flexibility and the ability to adapt to quick-changing situations
Be prepared to communicate differently with a wide range of people
Keep relevant records and write reports when required
Always ensure the highest level of safety and safeguarding
The successful Applicant will have:

Relevant experience working with children or adults who have SEN
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
A strong understanding of SEN and how varied these needs can be
An ability to remain calm under pressure and effectively handle crisis situations
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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