Job Description

Become a Valued Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Barnstaple!

Are you driven by a desire to positively impact the lives of young people? Do you possess the patience, compassion, and commitment to support students with special needs? If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Special Needs School, Barnstaple

Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils

About the Role:

We are in search of a dedicated and empathetic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Barnstaple. Our school serves secondary-aged students with a variety of special educational needs, including:

Autism

Asperger's Syndrome

ADHD

Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)

Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)

Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing personalized support to our students, fostering an environment where they can thrive and achieve their best.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting individual students and small groups with their educational and developmental needs

Supporting classroom activities and preparing learning resources

Implementing and monitoring individualized education plans (IEPs)

Encouraging positive behavior and social skills

Offering personal care and assistance as necessary

What We Offer:

Competitive daily pay rate of £85 to £95

Continuous training and professional development

A supportive and welcoming work environment

The opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives

Requirements:

Prior experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly preferred

A patient, caring, and resilient demeanor

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children

How to Apply:

If you are ready to embark on this fulfilling role and make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive to apply or for more information:

Email: (url removed)

Phone: (phone number removed)

Join us in nurturing a positive and empowering educational experience for our students. Apply today and become part of something truly special!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services