Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Company: Prospero Teaching
Location: Middleton
Overview:
Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) at a school in Middleton. The role requires providing 1:1 assistance to children with challenging behaviour, ADHD, and autism, contributing to an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Individual Support: Tailor support to SEN students to engage them in learning and ensure progress, adapting activities as necessary.
- Behaviour Management: Implement strategies to manage behaviour, supporting emotional regulation and positive interaction.
- Classroom Collaboration: Work alongside teachers to adapt lesson plans and materials, ensuring full participation of all students.
- Outdoor Supervision: Supervise children during breaks and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and inclusion.
- Progress Monitoring: Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour, liaising with teachers and SENCO.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other staff to provide holistic support and attend team meetings.
- Safeguarding: Adhere to safeguarding policies, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students.
Contract Details:
- Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
- Contract Type: Long-Term Temporary
- Full-Time: Yes, 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM
- Contract Duration: Until July 2025 (with potential for extension)
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualifications: Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) preferred.
- Experience: Proven experience supporting children with SEN in a UK school setting.
- Training: Recent safeguarding training is desirable; further training will be provided.
Eligibility:
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced child barred list DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
- Two professional references related to childcare
Benefits:
- Access to CPD courses, including behaviour management training
- Ongoing support from an in-house Training and Development Team
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business for this role.
To Apply:
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- Email CV to Ebony Neville at
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