Zest Education is currently seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to join our team in Staffordshire. We have both part-time and full-time positions available, offering flexible schedules. The areas with such roles include Lichfield, Rugeley, Tamworth and Burton.
As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work in mainstream schools, providing vital support to students with special educational needs.. Your role will involve assisting the classroom teacher in delivering tailored learning experiences, helping students with their academic and personal development, and ensuring a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
To be considered for this role, you must have prior experience working with SEND children in an educational setting. A minimum of a Level 2 qualification in childcare or above is preferred, as it demonstrates your understanding of child development and the ability to provide appropriate support.
Responsibilities:
– Support students with their individual learning plans, ensuring their specific needs are met
– Assist with classroom activities, including preparing materials and resources
– Provide one-on-one support to students, helping them to achieve their academic goals
– Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
– Collaborate with the classroom teacher and other professionals to create effective strategies for student development
Requirements:
– Prior experience working with SEND children in an educational setting
– Level 2 qualification in childcare or above (preferred)
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children
If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with experience in supporting SEND children, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Joanne at Joanne@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an REC audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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