SEN Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs) - BD2
Pay Rate is Dependent on Experience and Qualifications.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team in BD2, supporting students with autism, complex needs, and non-verbal communication.
Position Overview: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with our experienced team to provide essential support to students, ensuring their safety, well-being, and engagement. The ideal candidate will have experience with non-verbal and autistic children and understand the unique challenges they may face. Your role will involve using alternative communication methods, sensory activities, and tailored strategies to support each child's learning journey.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with autism and complex needs.
* Assist in implementing personalized learning plans and behavior management strategies.
* Use alternative communication methods, including PECS, Makaton, or other sensory tools, to support non-verbal students.
* Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
Requirements:
* Experience working with children with complex needs, autism, and non-verbal communication.
* Knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton or PECS) is preferred.
* A patient, understanding, and proactive approach.
* Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support are beneficial.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive daily rate
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you are committed to helping students with SEN achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact in the BD2 community.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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