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SEMH Teaching Assistant

£90 - £130 per day
Full-time
SEMH Teaching Assistant

Hours: 8:30-4pm / 5 days a week
Contract: Full Time

£90 - £130 per day

Location: Colchester

We are seeking a confident and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in Colchester , supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) & SEMH.

If you are an experienced TA, a Graduate, a Support Worker, a Sports Coach or someone with a positive attitude who is looking to start their career in Education, we want to hear from you!!

You will have development opportunities and to support pupils in the classroom, in 1:1 and group interventions and in extra curricular/ enrichment activities including Forest School, Sports and School Trips.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing dedicated support to a specific student with special educational needs or those who need extra guidance. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals, you will be instrumental in creating and implementing a personalised learning plan that addresses the unique requirements of the student.

Learning Support Assistant - SEN - 1:1 - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training -

Responsibilities :

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to understand the specific needs of the student.
Implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities and lessons.
Foster positive relationships with the student, promoting their well-being and engagement.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies tailored to the student's needs.
Collaborate with parents and other professionals to ensure a holistic support system.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will support the overall positive and inclusive atmosphere of the school.

Qualifications and Skills:

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in providing 1:1 support to students with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting individual student success.
Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay rates
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.
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