1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Position at Sheffield S5

Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? CER are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at a school in Sheffield S5. This position will start in September 2024.

Job Description: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, your primary role will be to provide personalized support to a specific pupil with behavioural issues and moderate learning difficulties (MLD). Here are the key responsibilities:

1. Individualised Support:
   • Work closely with the assigned pupil, understanding their unique needs and challenges.
   • Implement planned learning activities and teaching programs tailored to the pupil’s requirements.
   • Adjust activities based on the pupil’s responses and progress.
   • Participate in planning and evaluating learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback on pupil progress and behaviour.
2. Behaviour Management:
   • Consistently implement agreed-upon behaviour management strategies.
   • Foster a positive and supportive relationship with the pupil.
   • Encourage the pupil’s confidence and independence.
   • Provide feedback to reinforce and sustain the pupil’s efforts.
3. Academic Support:
   • Assist the pupil in understanding instructions and schoolwork using techniques that work for them.
   • Arrange and provide resources for lessons and activities under the teacher’s direction.
   • Monitor, assess, and record the pupil’s progress.
   • Support independent learning and inclusion.
4. Emotional Well-Being:
   • Support the pupil’s social and emotional well-being.
   • Report any concerns or problems to the teacher promptly.
   • Understand and apply positive handling techniques when necessary.
5. Collaboration:
   • Share relevant information about the pupil with other staff, parents/carers, and external agencies as needed.
   • Collaborate with the SENCO and other professionals to contribute to individual education plans (IEPs).
6. Personal Care:
   • Attend to the pupil’s personal needs, including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and eating.
   • Provide additional nurture when requested by the teacher or SENCO.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience working with children with SEN.
• Understanding of behaviour management techniques.
• Compassion, patience, and adaptability.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies.

If you are committed to making a positive impact on a child’s educational journey and well-being, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application by the specified deadline.

For more information, visit our school website or contact our office.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to our supportive school community!

In return CER Education offer:

• CPD courses
• A dedicated Consultant with excellent knowledge of the sector
• £300 registration bonus if you already work for another Teaching agency after 30 days.
• £250 ‘refer a friend scheme’
• £300 ECT ‘Welcome Abord’ Bonus
• DBS paid by CER after 10 days of work
• Access to exclusive Partnered Multi Academy Trusts
• Discount codes/Cashback/Insurance scheme – through our payroll partners

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For more information about this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role or others in Sheffield please contact Joe Ganley on 01142412800.