New Directions are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a pupil in Y4 with complex needs within a specialist SEND school in M20. The successful candidate will need previous experience working with children or young people with SEND and be confident providing individualised support.
This is a full-time role starting at October half term and continuing for the remainder of the academic year.
The Role
Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with complex SEND.
Supporting the pupil to access and engage with their learning.
Adapting activities and resources to meet the pupil’s individual needs.
Supporting communication, social development and independence.
Helping the pupil with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Following individual support plans and strategies put in place by the school.
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SEND team.
Supporting the pupil during lessons, break times and other school activities.
Building a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
Supporting the pupil’s progress and wellbeing throughout the school day.
The Candidate
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is essential.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs is highly desirable.
Previous 1:1 experience would be beneficial.
Understanding of autism, communication needs, learning difficulties or other complex SEND would be advantageous.
Patient, consistent and able to adapt their approach to meet individual needs.
Confident supporting pupils who may require additional behavioural or emotional support.
Able to build positive relationships while encouraging independence.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
Available to start at October half term and commit to the remainder of the academic year.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
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