SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Kingston upon Thames / SurbitonJob Type: Contract, Full-Time hours 8:30- 16:00 Primary Industry: Education and TrainingSalary: £420 - £480 Per weekBenefits: CPD and PAYE - Pay As You Earn -NO UMBRELLAJob Duties: Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in the classroomAssisting the class teacher in delivering tailored educational activitiesProviding one-to-one support to students who require additional help (physical disabilities) Helping to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all studentsCollaborating with other staff members and ensure engagement of non-verbal students Required Qualifications: Recognised Teaching Assistant qualificationEnhanced DBS checkKnowledge of special educational needs and disabilities (personal experience) Education: Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths Experience: Previous experience working with students with SEND ( Personal experience)Experience in a classroom setting is a plus Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of different learning needs and how to support themExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a teamPatience and empathy towards students with SEND Preferred Qualifications: First Aid certificationTraining in behaviour management techniquesHealth and Social Care Cache level 3Manual handling Working Conditions: Work in a school settingFull-time hoursWorking in reduced classes ( 6 - 8 students ) Opportunity for professional development 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.