SEN Teaching Assistant - Southampton - ASAP Start!
Academics are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southampton who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join them ASAP.
This is a full-time, term-time contract. If you are looking for a permanent position and get on well, they will look to take you on a temp to perm contract so please only apply if you are ultimately looking for a permanent position.
To be considered for this position you MUST have GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths.
Working Hours:
Full-time - Mon - Fri 8.45am-3.15pm
Responsibilities:
1. Build positive relationships with young people.
2. Support, motivate, and encourage children with their learning.
3. Act as a positive role model.
4. Support classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 LSAs.
5. Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.
Requirements:
1. Experience of working with children within a school setting.
2. Experience using PECS, Makaton, etc. would be an advantage.
3. Compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable, and resilient.
The school caters for pupils aged 4-11 with complex learning difficulties including autism, speech and language disorders, and challenging behaviours. All pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
The school is purpose-built and includes soft play rooms, multi-sensory interactive rooms, and a hydrotherapy pool.
If you are a SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new position, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr