Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Burton-upon-trent, West Midlands
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week (term-time only)
Rate: £85-£120/day, based on experience
Contract: Permanent
Join a nurturing, community-focused school in Kings Bromley as a SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting children with autism and complex needs in intimate class settings of five or fewer students. Through hands-on activities, outdoor learning, and a unique animal care program with horses, donkeys, and reptiles, you'll help guide each child's personal learning journey. With extensive training and development opportunities, this role is ideal for compassionate individuals committed to supporting young learners' growth.
What You'll Do:
- Assist with tailored educational activities in classroom and experiential settings.
- Provide emotional, physical, and learning support as part of a dedicated team.
Requirements:
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Passion for working with children with additional needs.
Benefits:
- Life Assurance, pension, health support services, and exclusive discounts.
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV. Note: Applicants must pass safeguarding checks and provide two professional references covering the last two years.
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years
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If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.