SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: St. Helens, WA10

Start Date: 13th Jan - July 2025

School Overview:
A SEND school nestled in the heart of St. Helens, is seeking dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team ASAP. Catering to pupils aged between 2– 14 years old with ASD, complex needs, and challenging behaviour, this school provides a vibrant community where your impact truly matters.

Job Description:
This SEND School are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for working with ASD pupils to serve as float teaching assistants across their primary and secondary classes.

Experience with PECS or Makaton is highly desirable, though not essential. Most importantly, the ideal special needs teaching assistant will possess a calm demeanour, be adept at de-escalating challenging situations, and exhibit a proactive, can-do attitude. The successful SEN teaching assistant will play a crucial role in safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children, collaborating closely with our supportive and dedicated staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• SEN Support: Assist pupils with Autism, complex needs, and challenging behaviour.
• Specialist Skills: Experience with PECS and Makaton is advantageous.
• Commitment: Full-time role, Monday to Friday.

About the School:

• Comprehensive Support: Serving children from KS1 to KS3.
• Professional Growth: Supportive leadership committed to your development.
• Modern Facilities: Located on beautiful grounds, just a 15-minute walk from the local train station.

Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you will need:

• SEND Experience: Proven track record working with SEND pupils.
• Behaviour Management: Effective strategies for managing challenging behaviour.
• Literacy and Numeracy: Strong communication and academic skills.
• Passion for Education: A deep dedication to nurturing and educating young minds.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Commitment to Safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers

For more info please contact Wendy on 0151 559 0399 or 07946 657 653