Teaching Assistant

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2 x SEN Teaching Assistants - Mainstream Primary School | Cosham

Are you passionate about helping children thrive in a mainstream primary school?

We are currently recruiting for 2 x SEN Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Cosham.

The school is looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants who can provide positive support to pupils with additional needs while helping them access the mainstream curriculum and develop their confidence and independence.

The role:

Supporting pupils with SEN on a 1:1 and small-group basis

Providing support within the classroom and across the school

Helping pupils engage with learning and develop their independence

Supporting social, emotional and behavioural development

Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

Creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

We're looking for:

Previous experience working with children, ideally in a school setting

Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable

A patient, caring and encouraging approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Someone who is reliable, proactive and passionate about supporting children

Location: Cosham
Setting: Mainstream Primary School
Positions: 2 x SEN Teaching Assistants
Start: Asap
⏰ Hours: 8:30-15:30

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's education and development, we'd love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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