121 SEN Teaching Assistant - SEND School

121 SEN Teaching Assistant - SEND School

Location: Leeds

Start Date: Immediate Start

Contract: Temp to Perm

Hours: Full-Time - Monday to Friday - 8:30am - 3:30pm - Term Time Only

Salary: £95 - £100 per day (depending on experience)

NextGen are recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEND school in Leeds with an ASAP start. The school looks after children aged 5 - 16 catering to pupils with a range of identified SEN needs including Complex Communication, Autism, Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).

You'll be supporting a child who is primary age with complex communication and autism to build confidence and develop key skills on a 1: 1 basis.

The Role:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN
• Supporting the pupil's learning, engagement and development
• Working closely with the class teacher and the wider SEN team to create an inclusive and collaborative environment
• Foster a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment that supports learning and well being
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and welfare of all pupils
• Monitor learner progress, maintain accurate records, and communicate any concerns to teaching staff and senior leaders

Who We're Looking For:

• Experience working with Primary Ages is essential
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Calm, patient and positive approach
• Team player, willing to learn and support staff
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• Focused on inclusion, progress and development
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, anxiety or communication needs is desirable
• Has the right to work in the UK
• Holds an enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

Does this sound like the right fit for you? Apply today and start making a real difference.

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