Long Term Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Company:
Prospero Teaching

Location:

Neath

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) at a cluster of schools in Neath. The role requires providing 1:1 assistance to children with challenging behaviour, ADHD, and autism, contributing to an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

• 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.

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Contract Type:
  Long-Term Temporary
• Full-Time:
  Yes, 8:30 AM - 3:20 PM
• Contract Duration:
  Until July 2027 (with potential for extension)

• 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.

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced child barred list DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
• Two professional references related to childcare

• Access to CPD courses, including behaviour management training
• Ongoing support from an in-house Training and Development Team

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.

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