SEND School Teaching Assistant Employer: Abbey School Reference: SS/25/326219

2 weeks ago

Discover the unique quality of life in Chester where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history scenic beauty and a thriving economic hub Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle, United Kingdom Cheshire Schools Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

About the post

As a Learning Mentor (SEND School Teaching Assistant), your work will be instrumental in helping these young people achieve their full potential and overcome challenges in their educational journey.

Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.

What you will do:

  • Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day
  • Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.
  • Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life
  • Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

We are looking for people with:

  • Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields
  • A strong level of resilience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs

For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.

Why join Abbey School?

Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.

State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.

Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.

Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

Additional Benefits:

  • Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.
  • Competitive salary
  • Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
  • Technology appropriate for your job
  • Comprehensive staff training programme
  • Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.
  • Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
  • The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others

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