SEND Teaching Assistant

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Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant required for an Ofsted-rated Good Primary School in Berkeley, supporting a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis. This is a part-time role working Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 1pm, starting ASAP, with the pupil working at Reception level and accessing a bespoke enhanced curriculum offer.

The SEND Teaching Assistant will support a child with an EHCP, autism diagnosis and Gestalt Language Processing needs, where communication and classroom engagement can be challenging. Previous UK school experience and a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification are essential.

Job Role
  • Work 1:1 with a Year 2 pupil with an EHCP, providing consistent and nurturing support throughout the school day.
  • Support the pupil to engage with learning and develop confidence within the classroom environment.
  • Assist with communication and interaction, taking into consideration Gestalt Language Processing.
  • Support access to a bespoke enhanced curriculum based around the pupil's current Reception-level attainment.
  • Work closely with the Class Teacher and wider school team to provide appropriate support and encouragement.
  • Help create a positive, inclusive environment that promotes learning, independence and a healthy work life balance.

Required Skills and Experience
  • Previous UK Primary School experience is essential.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Education, Childcare or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience working with children with SEND, autism or communication and interaction needs.
  • Understanding of an EHCP and the importance of individualised support.
  • Experience working as a TA, Teaching Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant.
  • Ability to support children working below age-related expectations.
  • Knowledge of the National Curriculum, Key Stage 1 (KS1), Key Stage 2 (KS2), Reception and EYFS.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a Class Teacher and other school staff.
  • Patient, calm and nurturing approach with a commitment to inclusive education.

Benefits
Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:
  • £56.98 to £65 per day which equates to £11,111 to £12,675 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
  • Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
  • Pension Contributions
  • Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

Location
This SEND Teaching Assistant position is based in Berkeley and is easily commutable from Dursley, Wotton-under-Edge, Thornbury, Stroud, Stonehouse and Gloucester. The Primary School is conveniently located for candidates living across South Gloucestershire and Gloucestershire, making this a suitable opportunity for an experienced TA looking for part-time work in the local area.


If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity supporting a child on a 1:1 basis, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this role and take the next step towards making a real difference in a Primary School setting.

Legal
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 Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.