SEN Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about mental health? Looking to make a real impact in the lives of children? Join our team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant!

Location: Various schools across Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Chesterfield 

Roles Available: Full-time and Part-time positions 

Are you a psychology student or a recent graduate with a degree in psychology? Do you have a keen interest in mental health and a desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of children with additional mental health needs? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you!

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the learning and emotional well-being of students with special needs. This position offers hands-on experience, allowing you to apply your psychological knowledge in a practical setting and develop your skills in a supportive and rewarding environment.

• Support Learning: Assist in the classroom by providing tailored support to students with special needs, helping them to engage with and understand the curriculum.
• Emotional Support: Offer emotional and behavioral support to students, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive.
• Individualized Attention: Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to address their unique challenges and needs.
• Collaborate with Educators: Partner with teachers and other school staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavioral strategies.
• Monitor Progress: Track and report on students' progress, helping to adjust strategies as needed to ensure their ongoing development.

• Gain Valuable Experience: This role is perfect for psychology students and graduates looking to gain practical experience working with children and mental health.
• Make a Difference: Play a vital role in supporting the mental health and educational development of children with special needs.
• Professional Growth: You will gain invaluable professional experience that will help kickstart a career in mental health, psychology, and or education
• Flexible Work Options: Choose from full-time or part-time roles to fit your schedule and commitments.

• Passion for Mental Health: A genuine interest in mental health and a desire to help children achieve positive outcomes.
• Educational Background: Currently studying or a recent graduate with a degree in psychology.
• Communication Skills: Verbal and social skills to effectively interact and communicate with students, teachers, and parents.
• Empathy and Patience: A compassionate and patient approach to working with children who have diverse needs.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team of educators and support staff.

If you’re ready to make a difference and gain invaluable experience in the field of mental health and education, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and one our consultants will be in touch to discuss our oppurtunities

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs. Together, we can create a supportive and enriching environment for every student.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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