SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Location	Pontefract
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£85 - £95 per day
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Contract, full-time or part-time

Job Description

SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: WF7, AckworthRole Type: Full-TimeWe are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team and work a Junior school located in the Ackworth area of WF7. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educationalneeds, supporting them on a 1:1 basis as well as in small groups.Key Responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to Key Stage 2 children with special educational needs, both on a 1:1 basis and in small group settings.
Assist the class teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior management strategies.
Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.
Help students develop social skills, independence, and confidence in their abilities.
Collaborate closely with the SENCO and other members of the school staff to ensure the needs of SEN students are met effectively.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with parents and caregivers.

Requirements:

Previous experience working with children with special educational needs, preferably in a school setting.
A compassionate and patient demeanour, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, colleagues, and parents.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students with varying abilities and requirements.
Relevant qualifications or training in special education or SEN support (desirable but not essential).

This is a full-time, long term position with regular working hours during term time. Opportunities for professional development and further training may be available for the successful candidate. If you are passionate about supporting children with specialeducational needs and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference, we would love to hear from you.E-T-APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.DisclaimerNothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledgethat all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.Required skills

Teaching Assistant
TA
SEN Teaching Assistant
SEN TA
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Support staff

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