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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
WF Postcode Area (Wakefield and surrounding areas)
Full-Time, Part-Time, and Supply Roles Available
Competitive, based on experience and role
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team and work across schools in the WF postcode area. Whether you are seeking full-time, part-time, or supply work, we offer flexible opportunities that suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
What We Offer:
- Flexible Work Options: Choose from a variety of roles that fit your schedule—whether you want full-time stability, part-time balance, or the variety of supply work.
- Supportive Network: Join a team that values your contribution and supports your professional growth through ongoing training and development.
- Varied Experience: Gain exposure to different school environments and work with diverse student groups, enhancing your skills and experience.
- Career Advancement: Opportunity to build a rewarding career in SEN education, with potential for permanent roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Student Support: Provide individualized support to students with SEN, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.
- Classroom Assistance: Work closely with teachers to create an inclusive learning environment, adapting materials and strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
- Behavioural Management: Assist in managing student behaviour, using positive reinforcement and appropriate interventions to support student development.
- Collaboration: Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support each student’s educational and personal growth.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable, but a strong passion for supporting young learners is essential.
- Qualifications: A relevant qualification in education or SEN support is beneficial, but not mandatory. We value practical experience and a willingness to learn.
- Empathy and Patience: The ability to understand and respond to the unique needs of each student with compassion and patience.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to work in different schools and adapt to various classroom settings.
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents, fostering positive relationships and a supportive learning environment.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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