Graduate Teaching Assistant - SEN
Location: Sunderland
Pay Scale: £75 - £100 Per Day
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Are you committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and motivated SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the supportive team at our client schools in Sunderland starting in September 2024. If you have experience working with children, particularly in a SEN environment, this role could be the perfect next step in your career.
As SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant, Your Key Responsibilities will include:
* Supporting students in the classroom, particularly those with SEN needs.
* Assisting teachers in preparing lessons and adapting them to meet the needs of students with SEN.
* Providing one-to-one or small group support to students to help them achieve their academic and personal goals.
* Helping to implement behaviour management strategies to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Encouraging students to develop their independence, social skills, and self-confidence.
* Participating in team meetings and contribute to the school's overall SEN strategy.
* Working closely with teachers and other staff members to support the educational and emotional development of students.
Essential Job Requirements of SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant:
* A bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a relevant field is necessary.
* Experience working with children, ideally in an SEN environment, is required.
* Solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
* Patience, empathy, and a sincere passion for supporting children with SEN.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
* Flexibility and adaptability to address the needs of the school and students.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant with GSL Education, we invite you to apply today!