Functional Skills SupportAssistant SEN School Colchester
Adedicated SEN school in Colchester is actively seeking aFunctional Skills Support Assistant tojoin their team. In this fulltime permanent role you will providecrucial support to students in developing their literacy andnumeracy skills helping them build confidence and independence intheir abilities. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring thateach student reaches their academic goals and gains the essentialskills needed for everydaylife.
RoleHighlights
* Fulltimeposition in a specialized SEN setting focused oncreating a positive learning environment tailored to the uniqueneeds of students
* Concentrate on core skillsdevelopment through accessible teaching methods utilizing a varietyof resources and strategies to engage students with differentlearning styles
* Provide oneonone and smallgroup support helping students grasp fundamental concepts inliteracy and numeracy and applying these skills in realworldscenarios
* Collaborate with classroom teachersto adapt lesson plans and materials ensuring that they areappropriate and effective for students with varying levels ofability
* Foster a nurturing and encouragingatmosphere that promotes student engagement resilience and a growthmindset
* Participate in ongoing professionaldevelopment opportunities to enhance your skills in teachingfunctional skills and supporting students with special educationalneeds
Experience&Qualifications
* Priorexperience in literacy and numeracy support particularly within aspecial educational needs context is highlydesirable
* A patient empathetic and dedicatedapproach to student growth with a genuine passion for helping younglearners succeed
* Strong communication andinterpersonal skills capable of building trusting relationshipswith students parents and staff
* Ability toadapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students andcreate a supportive learning environment
* Acurrent and clear Enhanced DBS checkis essential to ensure the safety and wellbeing of allstudents
This is a rewardingopportunity for a motivated Functional Skills SupportAssistant to make a meaningful difference in thelives of students at an SEN school in Colchester. If you arepassionate about supporting students in developing their coreskills and fostering a love for learning we encourage you to applyand become a valued member of our dedicatedteam.