SEN Teaching Assistant - Veritone : Job Details

SEN Teaching Assistant Required in Burgess Hill

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs?Do you have the skills and dedication to support our students in achieving their full potential?If so, we would love to hear from you!

Position: Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Burgess Hill

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

About The School: This SEN School is a dynamic and inclusive special needs school catering to pupils aged 4-19 with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities. They are committed to providing high-quality education in a supportive and nurturing environment, encouraging each of their students to thrive both academically and personally.

The Role: As a Teaching Assistant at this School, you will play a vital role in supporting the pupils' learning, helping them to overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Working closely with the class teacher, you will assist with the planning, delivery, and assessment of lessons, adapting activities to meet the needs of individual students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and group support to pupils with special educational needs
• Assist with classroom management and the preparation of learning materials
• Encourage positive behaviour and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils' personal and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals
• Help with personal care needs where necessary
• Contribute to the monitoring and recording of pupil progress

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a SEN or educational setting
• A patient, empathetic, and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school environment
• A commitment to the wellbeing and development of every child
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEN qualifications) are desirable but not essential

What's On Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school community
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in students' lives
• Competitive salary and benefits

How to Apply: If you are enthusiastic about working in a special needs environment and believe you have the qualities to support these students, we would love to hear from you! Please apply now, or contact Paul Hirchfield at Randstad on , email

Randstad is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Join us in making a difference - together, we help all students shine!

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