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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Leicester, LE8
Salary: £90 - £100
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long Term
About the Role:
GSL SEN Education are seeking passionate graduates in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or Education Studies to join a primary school nearby to LE8. This particular school are well known for their leadership team and career progression.
This role is ideal for graduates aiming to gain practical experience working with SEN children. You'll have the chance to work closely with students, helping them navigate their mental health and learning challenges, while gaining invaluable experience in the process.
Key Responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant:
Build trusting relationships with students using a restorative approach.
Support students with complex mental health and emotional needs.
Help demonstrate the value of education to students.
Assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Work closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure each student receives the necessary care and guidance.
Working 1:1 with students offering extra support
Key Requirements of a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant:
Teaching Assistant Level 2 or equivalent
A sincere passion for working with children who have special educational needs.
The ability to build strong, comfort-based relationships with students.
A genuine interest in understanding the challenges faced by young people with mental health and trauma issues.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Resilience and adaptability to deal with a variety of emotional and behavioural challenges.
Will have a Clear Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce/ Child and Adult Workforce) registered to the Update Service. – If you don’t already have a DBS, we can help you apply for one.
Why Join Us?
Daily exposure to the complexities of mental health and educational challenges.
A supportive working environment focused on restorative practices.
Classes of no more than 10, you will have a mixture of 1:1 and small group work in class, dependent on the lesson and individual contexts.
All training and support provided by the school with their excellent training system
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undergo thorough background checks, including a DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
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