Special educational needs and disabilities Teaching Assistant

4 weeks ago


County Durham, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Full Time)

Job Type: Full Time, Full Academic Year starting ASAP

We are working closely with a Primary School in Durham who are seeking an experienced and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team potentially for the full academic year starting as soon as possible (funding dependant). The successful candidate will work full time, providing essential support to a pupil with Autism, and SEMH within key stage one.

Assist teachers in the planning and delivery of individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to the needs of child.
Provide one-on-one support and small group interventions to students with special educational needs (SEN).
Implement behaviour management strategies to support the pupil on a one to one basis.
Participate in professional development and training sessions relevant to SEN support.
Previous experience working with children with Autism and Challenging Behaviour is essential.
A relevant qualification in Special Education Needs or Child Development is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by children with SEN.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Full time, Monday to Friday 8.This job description provides a comprehensive outline of the role, responsibilities, qualifications, and application process for the SEN Teaching Assistant position. Make sure to customize it with specific details about the school or institution and any additional requirements or preferences.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website



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