SEND Teaching Assistant
Llanelli
£425
About the role
Connex Education is partnering with a SEND school in Llanelli to recruit an experienced Learning Support Assistant. While previous experience in special needs is not required, a solid understanding of the needs of learners with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) and/or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges would be beneficial. Candidates with experience in mainstream education or those who have worked as care or support workers would be a good fit for this role.
About the school
The SEND Learning Support Assistant position is located in a dynamic and engaging pupil-focused school in Llanelli. The school supports students with a variety of additional learning needs, including ADHD, ASD, PMLD, and SEMH. While the role can present challenges, the sense of job satisfaction and reward is unmatched, offering a truly unique and fulfilling experience.
Assignment Details
As a Learning Support Assistant in a SEN school, we are looking for individuals who are adaptable and eager to contribute to a range of curriculum activities and ideas. The ideal candidate will be able to support pupils in engaging with and enjoying life-affirming experiences. You should also recognize the importance of providing both high support and appropriate challenges. We offer flexible working, so if you are available 2-5 days a week, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
* Competitive daily rate
* PAYE paid weekly.
* Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
* Funded formal qualifications, from a Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL.
* Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
Person Specification
* Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Care/Support Worker
* Must be 19 or over.
* Must have UK school-based experience.
* Strong knowledge of learners with ALN.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Must hold a Child and Adult DBS on update service or willing to apply for one.
* Patience, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
* Flexibility.
* Good organization and multitasking abilities
Please apply today or you can call the office on 01267 611470 if you would like to discuss more opportunities,
Protected characteristics statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.
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