SEN Teaching Assistant
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Location: Ashford, Kent
Start Date: ASAP
Setting: SEN School
Contract: Full-time
We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Ashford, starting as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will be supporting pupils across KS1 and/or KS2, helping them to access learning, develop their confidence and independence, and thrive within the school environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
Previous SEN experience, ideally within a school setting
Relevant experience and/or qualifications in education, childcare or SEN
Strong behaviour management skills
Excellent communication skills
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Flexibility to work across KS1 and/or KS2
A positive and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different needs
Driving is preferred, although candidates who can reliably travel to the school by public transport will be considered
Safeguarding Requirements:
An enhanced DBS is required
Candidates with a suitable DBS already in place are welcome to apply
If you do not currently have a DBS, you must be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS
References and safeguarding checks will be completed as part of the recruitment process
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in a specialist school and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you!
PLEASE SEND UPDATED CVS TO YASMINE PITMAN AT ACADEMICS ROCHESTER IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN NEW ROLES
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Location: Ashford, Kent
Start Date: ASAP
Setting: SEN School
Contract: Full-time
We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Ashford, starting as soon as possible.
The successful candidate will be supporting pupils across KS1 and/or KS2, helping them to access learning, develop their confidence and independence, and thrive within the school environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
Previous SEN experience, ideally within a school setting
Relevant experience and/or qualifications in education, childcare or SEN
Strong behaviour management skills
Excellent communication skills
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Flexibility to work across KS1 and/or KS2
A positive and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different needs
Driving is preferred, although candidates who can reliably travel to the school by public transport will be considered
Safeguarding Requirements:
An enhanced DBS is required
Candidates with a suitable DBS already in place are welcome to apply
If you do not currently have a DBS, you must be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS
References and safeguarding checks will be completed as part of the recruitment process
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in a specialist school and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you!
PLEASE SEND UPDATED CVS TO YASMINE PITMAN AT ACADEMICS ROCHESTER IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN NEW ROLES
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy