Sen Ta - Bradford, United Kingdom - Now Education

Now Education

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Bradford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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SEN Teaching Assistant

I am recruiting on behalf of a mainstream Primary school in BD7 to hire two SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team immediately.

One of these roles is based in Key Stage 1 and the other is in EYFS., with one being a fixed contract until Summer 2024 and the other being a permanent role.

SEN Teaching Assistant Job Description

To complement, appreciate and support the role of teachers and other professionals by undertaking work/care/support programmes which enable access to learning in the community as part of a teacher planned approach.
To support the class teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom, and other senior staff on a range of teaching and learning experiences which deliver an appropriately differentiated and suitably challenging creative curriculum for all pupils whilst meeting statutory requirements.
Work within school policies and procedures under the direction and guidance of senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision.
May from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description.

SEN Teaching Assistant Duties

Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes appropriate to the pupil's needs to ensure physical, social, emotional and intellectual development, taking into account diversity e.g. language, culture, ability, race and religion.
Will supervise and support pupils consistently at all times; recognising, responding and meeting the individual and physical needs of each child whilst ensuring their safety and education in the learning environment.
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans and Personal Care Programmes; attending to the pupils' personal needs and maintaining related personal programmes with the correct use of care materials including the safety and well being of the pupils, therapy and medical intervention needs of the pupil and first aid, paying attention to social, health, physical and welfare matters as well as high standards of cleanliness and hygiene e.g. washing, dressing, toileting, and, if applicable, mobility.
For posts working with pupils who are physically less able, it may be necessary to be able to physically assist the pupil in line with school policies and good practice.
Promote and reinforce the inclusion, acceptance and integration of all pupils, including those from different cultures and/or with a different first language as appropriate.
Set challenging and demanding expectations whilst promoting selfesteem and encouraging pupils to act independently as appropriate as well as interact and work cooperatively with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
Take responsibility for the care, preparation, maintenance and use of relevant equipment, assisting pupils in its use and clearing/storage afterwards.
Will be aware of pupil progress, monitor/record pupil responses against predetermined learning objectives as well as provide accurate, constructive and detailed feedback/reports to the teacher and pupils.
Promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own actions whilst supporting the teacher in managing this. Deal promptly with conflict and incidents (including those involving restraint) and reporting challenging behaviour where appropriate in line with established policy.
Will gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed, taking into account parental/carer concerns, dealing with them sensitively under the direction of the teacher.
Will support pupils in the use of ICT in learning activities as directed by the teacher, and develop pupils competence and independence in its use.
Will participate in own performance development, identify and address any training needs/other learning activities.

SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

Previous experience working with children with additional needs is imperative.
Team Teach training or similar certification such as PBS is required.
Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
A genuine passion for supporting the educational and emotional development of children.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

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