Support Specialist for Children

6 days ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Teaching Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Severe Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a long-term contract, available full-time or part-time, and we welcome applications from qualified Teaching Assistants. As a member of our team, you will work closely with teachers to prepare resources and support children in the classroom.

To be successful in this role, you should be able to adapt your practice to meet the diverse needs of children. A strong understanding of SEN and SEMH is essential, as well as excellent communication skills to work effectively with other professionals and parents/carers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting children in the classroom environment
  • Preparing resources with the teaching staff
  • Collaborating with other professionals and parents/carers to ensure effective support
  • Adapting practice to meet the varied needs of children

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teaching Assistants preferred but not mandatory
  • GCSE English and Maths Grade C or equivalent

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Hold a valid Right to Work in the UK document
  • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
  • Provide two professional child-related references

Salary Information:

The minimum rate of pay for this position is £90 per day. Working hours are 0830 - 1530, Monday to Friday, term time only.



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