Job Description

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have experience working with pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in the life of a student at a special school in Erdington!

Tradewind are working with an all-through special school dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to students with a range of special educational needs. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced teaching assistant to provide specialist 1:1 support to a pupil in Key Stage 4. This is a full-time role, 8:30am-3:30pm.

Responsibilities:

Assist the student in accessing the curriculum, engaging in learning activities, and developing essential skills.

Implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and strategies tailored to the student's unique needs and abilities.

Support the student's social and emotional development, fostering independence and self-confidence.

Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure the student receives personalised support and intervention.

Requirements:

Previous experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a special school setting.

Understanding of Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), and experience implementing strategies to support students with complex needs.

Previous experience working with challenging behaviour.

Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to working with children with SEN.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.

Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to support the individual needs and learning journey of the student.

To be considered for this role or to gain further information please get in touch with Zeena on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

• We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
• We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
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• Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
• Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
• Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants