SEN Teaching Assistant - Veritone : Job Details

SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) Position Available - Start ASAPLocation: Horsham, SussexCompensation: £12.00 - £13.50 per hourAnnual Salary Range: £21,216 - £23,868 (Equivalent to £24,960 - £28,080 FTE)Employment Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Term Time Only

About The School:

This school is dedicated to empowering young individuals with special educational needs (SEN) by equipping them with the tools and skills necessary to lead fulfilling lives. They provide outstanding teaching, individualised support, and a range of integrated therapies designed to meet diverse student needs and help them achieve their personal goals.

Role Overview:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be an essential part of the educational journey for students with various learning needs, including those with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD, and ASD. Your primary role will be to support the teacher in creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment that promotes each student's emotional, social, and academic development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Promote Student Welfare: Ensure the safety and well-being of all students in line with the school's safeguarding policies and the PREVENT initiative.
• Assist Learning Activities: Work closely with teachers to implement engaging and appropriate learning activities tailored to individual student needs, fostering a holistic learning experience.
• Positive Relationships: Build strong, trusting relationships with students, ensuring they feel supported in both their academic and emotional journeys.
• Learning Support: Provide additional explanations and tailored support to students during lessons, enabling them to make progress in their learning.
• Track Progress: Assist in gathering evidence of student achievements, supporting teachers in monitoring and assessing progress.
• Feedback & Evaluation: Contribute to the evaluation of learning activities and provide constructive feedback on student performance.
• Record Keeping: Help maintain comprehensive documentation of student progress, in line with the school's tracking and reporting processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Qualifications:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• GCSE English and Maths, grade C (or 4 under the new system) or above

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience working with students with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD, and ASD
• Familiarity with safeguarding principles and child protection procedures
• Experience in using positive behaviour management strategies, including approaches for managing challenging behaviours
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, inclusive environment

Benefits Package:

Join this passionate and supportive team and take advantage of a benefits package that includes:

• Life assurance
• Enhanced pension scheme (effective October)
• Perkbox discounts at major retailers
• Employee assistance program
• Car lease scheme
• Fully funded training and professional development opportunities
• Bike to work scheme
• Complimentary membership to the school's health cash back plan, allowing claims on expenses like dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more

If this exciting opportunity sounds like the perfect fit for you, don't hesitate! For more details on the position, please apply now or contact Paul at Randstad on , or email .