SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Flourish Education are recruiting for a Reception Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in the Kings Heath area. This is a full-time role starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of the academic year.

The role will involve supporting pupils within a Reception classroom, including providing additional support for pupils with SEND needs. The successful candidate will need to be flexible, as they may be required to support different pupils depending on the needs of the school. Personal care will also be required as part of the role.

Responsibilities as a Reception Teaching Assistant:

· Supporting pupils within a Reception classroom
· Providing 1:1 and small group support where required
· Providing additional SEN support when needed
· Being flexible to support different pupils across the classroom
· Helping pupils access learning and EYFS activities
· Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and academic development
· Assisting with personal care where required
· Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team
· Helping to maintain a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment

Required Skills and Experience:

· Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
· Previous Reception or Early Years experience
· Experience supporting children with SEND
· Experience supporting children with personal care needs
· Flexible and adaptable approach to supporting different pupils
· A calm, patient and nurturing approach
· Strong communication and teamwork skills
· Ability to build positive relationships with young children

Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

· £92.59 to £95 daily rate of pay, dependent on experience
· Holiday Pay – 12.07% accrued for PAYE candidates
· Pension Contributions
· Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training
· Refer a Friend bonus scheme
· Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant

This position is based in the Kings Heath area, with good transport links and easy access from Moseley, Hall Green, Kings Norton, Stirchley, Selly Oak and Birmingham City Centre.

If you are interested in this role, please apply now or contact Olivia for more information – we would love to hear from you.

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Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.