Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant Job Vacancy Blandford Forum, Dorset
Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Commutable from: Bournemouth, Poole, Ringwood, Verwood, Wimborne, Blandford Forum, Dorchester
Due to the rural location of this job vacancy, a Car Driver is essential. While previous experience is not needed, the ability and desire to build a professional and trusted relationship with our young people is crucial.
Benefits
* Salary: £21,000 - £22,900 per annum, Actual Salary
* Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time only
* Contract: Permanent, Full Time
* Life assurance, Competitive pension, Health cash back plan
* High street discounts
* Employee assistance programme
* Car lease scheme, Bike to work scheme
* Fully funded training and qualification.
Employer
Social Care & Education Jobs is proud to partner with an exceptional provider of Specialist Education & Supported Living for Children, Young People, and Adults with disabilities, including Autism. We are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Residential College for Younger Adults with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role is crucial in preparing them for adult life and supporting their transition into further education, employment, or training.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with teaching staff to support learning, providing additional explanations when necessary.
* Ensure the safety and welfare of young people, maintaining a high standard of safeguarding at all times.
* Assist young people in setting and achieving their Education and Healthcare plan targets.
* Promote positive behaviour throughout the school, adapting responses to meet individual needs.
* Accurately document all accidents, incidents, or health & safety issues in accordance with school policies.
* Facilitate participation in group activities, respecting choices and encouraging social interactions and friendships.
Essential Criteria:
* Level 3 Diploma or equivalent for Children or Adults.
* Experience working with Younger Adults aged 16 - 25 years old.
* Ideal experience within an Educational Special Needs setting.
* Understanding of Safeguarding principles & Deprivation of Liberties.
* Experience managing challenging behaviours.
* Ability to engage students in positive, enabling relationships.
Safeguarding and Compliance:
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and the Aurora Group is permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.
Apply now to join a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young people with special educational needs