SEN Specialist TA GL5 - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

About Us, the Agency

The Agency is a leading education recruitment agency in Stroud, with strong connections to local primary and reception schools. We are actively seeking dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to meet the growing demand for supply staff. Our commitment is to match the right candidates with the right schools, ensuring a positive impact on students' learning journeys.

Role Overview

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting an individual student with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The student is currently waiting to be transferred into a special school, so your work will directly contribute to creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment until that happens.

Location: Stroud (on-site)

Contract type: Temporary, 3-5 mornings per week

Essential Requirements:

• Previous Experience: At least 40 days of experience as Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Passion: Genuine interest in working with children with Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities:

• Classroom Preparation: Set up classrooms before lessons and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Personalized Support: Provide 1:1 care to students with SEN, including those with physical or mental impairments, learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia), ADHD, or ASD.
• Collaboration: Assist teachers in preparing lesson materials and managing school equipment.
• Progress Tracking: Record and report students' progress to the teacher.
• Focus and Behaviour: Help students stay focused during class hours and support teachers in managing student behaviour.
• Core Skills Development: Work with students to improve core skills such as reading and writing.
• Well-Being: Look after and manage students who may be unwell or upset.

Skills and Competencies:

• Understanding of SEN: Familiarity with various special educational needs.
• Guidance and Articulate Communication: Ability to guide and support children aged 5-11, communicate clearly, and build positive relationships.
• Creating an Inclusive Environment: Create an encouraging and appropriate learning environment for students with SEN.
• Empathy and Sensitivity: Show empathy, understanding, and encouragement toward students' needs.
• Tech Proficiency: Comfortable using computers and handheld devices.
• Resilience: Respond calmly and constructively under stress.
• Flexibility: Adapt to varying classroom situations and individual needs.

Desired Qualifications (not essential):

• Bachelor's Degree: In Education or a related field.
• Level 2 or 3 Certificate: Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or similar.
• Level 3 Diploma: Childcare and Education or similar.
• T Level: Education and Early Years or similar.

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive Day Rate: Up to £90 per day, plus holiday pay.
• Career Support: Free CV consultation with a dedicated education consultant.
• Convenience: Access to the Hays App for timesheets, holiday bookings, training, and well-being resources.
• Personalized Guidance: A dedicated Hays consultant to support your professional journey.

Interested? If this role aligns with your passion and expertise, click 'apply now' to submit your up-to-date CV. Alternatively, feel free to call us for a confidential discussion about your career aspirations.

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