Join Our Team as a SEND Teaching Assistant!

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Tradewind is looking for an experienced SEN teaching assistant (TA) to join team for a primary school in Dewsbury for four and a half days a week, starting after as soon as possible and will be ongoing until at least 20th December 2024.

About the Role: We are seeking a SEN teaching assistant with a strong background in supporting children with Autism (ASC). You will play a crucial role in creating a warm and stimulating environment, guiding children through their early learning experiences.

Key Details:

• Start Date: November 5, 2024 (immediately after the October half term)
• Hours: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM (four and a half days with Wednesday being half day).
• Location: Primary School setting in Dewsbury.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, social, and emotional development, particularly for children with autism.
• Support the lead teacher in creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment tailored to individual needs.
• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging their independence, confidence, and curiosity.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to the teaching team and contributing to individual learning plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to ensure every child's needs are met, helping them thrive in their learning journey.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of Level 2 TA qualification is required; Level 3 is preferred.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please contact Sarah Franks at and send your CV to .

We look forward to hearing from you soon!