About Us: Simply Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education staffing solutions. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN staff member to join our team and support a school across Northamptonshire. Our school is looking for a proactive individual who is not afraid to get stuck in with the tasks of the day. We need a person who can handle a variety of behavioural challenges but understands how rewarding it is to work with SEND learners.
Job Description: Are you a Teaching Assistant (TA) looking to branch into Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have an interest in special education needs, or personal experience with SEND? If so, we want to hear from you! We welcome applications from both qualified and unqualified TAs who are passionate about making a difference in the life of a child with special educational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the learning and development of a child with special educational needs.
Assist a teacher in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Implement an individualised education plan (IEP) and adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of an SEN student.
Provide one-on-one or small group support to a student.
Collaborate with a teacher, parent, and other professional to ensure the best outcomes for a student.
Proactively engage in daily tasks and activities.
Manage and respond to a variety of behavioural challenges with patience and empathy.
Requirements:
CACHE/NVQ Level 2 qualification or higher in a relevant field (preferred but not essential).
Experience working with an SEN child in a special school or mainstream setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skill.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting a child with special educational needs.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Proactive attitude and willingness to engage in all aspects of school life.
Resilience and the ability to handle behavioural challenges positively.
Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Professional development opportunity.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the life of a child with special educational needs.
If you like the sound of this role or would like some more information, then don't hesitate in contacting us! Please click APPLY and send us a copy of your CV or if you would like an informal chat about the job role, please contact Charlotte Blacker on or call our Northampton branch on 01604 372495.
As part of the recruitment process, all candidates are required to have 2 years referencing, provide a 10-year history of education/work, and have an enhanced DBS.
We are currently working at full speed on the contacting all of our candidates. Feel free to reach out to us if you are keen on finding out more about CPD.
