SEN Teaching Assistant New

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley, Lancashire

Salary: From £83.85 daily

Job Type: Full-Time / 8:30 – 15:00, Monday – Friday, term-time only

Start Date: 5^th September 2024

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs? Do you have the skills and dedication to support inclusive education in a mainstream secondary school setting? If so, we invite you to join our team in Burnley as an SEN Teaching Assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to modify and adapt classroom activities and materials to meet the diverse learning needs of SEN students.
• Monitor and track students' progress, providing regular updates to teachers and parents.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to support positive behaviour and social interactions among students.
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student support.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of SEN best practices and inclusive education strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students with special needs.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students.

How to Apply:

If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, please submit your CV as soon as possible. Parys will then be in touch to discuss your application further.

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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.
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