Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Southport

Start Date: November

Salary: £90-£100 per day

Do you have experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in a primary school setting?

Are you a patient and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children reach their full potential?

Can you provide consistent 1:1 support to help a child develop their confidence, independence and engagement in learning?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school in Southport, who are looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant. The school is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where children with additional needs are supported to access the curriculum, build positive relationships and achieve their individual learning goals.

The school is looking to take on a SEND Teaching Assistant from November on a long-term basis, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will provide 1:1 support for a child with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in Key Stage 1 / KS1, helping with classroom activities, emotional regulation, communication and social development while working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
• Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition / ASC or Special Educational Needs and Disabilities / SEND
• Experience working with children in Key Stage 1 / KS1 within a mainstream primary school
• An understanding of strategies to support communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting individual learning needs
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in a child''s education, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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