Job Title:
SEN Teaching Assistant
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Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at Smallbrook School, part of Acorn Education.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the educational and social development of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, ASC or other complex needs.
You will provide comprehensive support to teachers, assist pupils in the classroom environment, and lead outdoor experiences.
Our ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or be willing to work towards it.
Experience working with pupils with special needs is essential.
Join us in providing a therapeutic, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for our young people.
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Responsibilities:
* Provide tailored support to teachers to assist pupils with their educational and social development.
* Lead classroom activities, outdoor experiences, and supervise pupils as they explore further afield.
* Role model OFG's cultural and behavioural expectations.
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Requirements:
* Good standard of general education with at least a C (or equivalent) GCSE in numeracy and literacy.
* Level 3 teaching assistant qualification (or willing to work towards).
* Experience of working with pupils with special needs.
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About Us:
Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and care for vulnerable pupils and young people.
As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.
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Benefits:
* Life Assurance.
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
* 'Your Wellbeing Matters' – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks.
* A market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits. 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad. Cycle to Work Schemes. Electric Car Purchase Scheme. Critical illness cover. Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.