SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Positive Difference!Location: Wakefield, West YorkshireSalary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (Actual salary: £19,370.70 - £21,122.66, depending on experience)Hours: 37 hours per week - Term Time OnlyDo you have a passion for helping young people with special educational needs? We are looking for dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11-19 with a variety of complex needs, such as autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. If you're eager to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!Key Responsibilities:Learning Support:Collaborate with teachers to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment for students.Individualized Support:Offer tailored one-on-one or small group assistance based on each student's unique sensory and communication needs.Build Trusting Relationships:Develop positive, supportive relationships to help students feel secure and included.Promote Positive Behaviour:Implement creative strategies to encourage positive behaviour, adjusting your approach for each student.Assist with Personal Care:Provide personal care when necessary, always ensuring respect for the dignity and privacy of students.What We're Looking For:Experience working with SEN students (paid or voluntary).A Level 2 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (preferred but not required).GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 2 or above) - essential.Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.A flexible and creative approach to supporting individual learning needs.What We Offer:Professional Development: Ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.Perkbox Benefits: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, gym memberships, and more.Comprehensive Benefits: Enhanced leave, sick pay, pension scheme, and life assurance.Health Cash Plan: Reimbursement for routine healthcare costs, including dental and optical services.24/7 Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for both personal and professional advice.£1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Get rewarded for referring a friend (terms apply).How to Apply:If you're ready to make a lasting impact on young people's lives, apply online today! For further information, contact [email protected] candidates will need to undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Join us and help shape brighter futures!experienceTeachingskillsability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience