SEN Teaching Assistant

As the exclusive recruitment partner of the Cornwall Association of Primary Heads, Opus Education are currently working with a number of Primary schools in Helston who are looking to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants / SEN Support Workers.

This will involve working with small groups of children who need extra support, one to one mentoring and supporting the class teacher with preparing for and managing behaviour in lessons.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for supporting children who face challenges in education
• Experience / knowledge of traditional SEN – ADHD, ASC,ASD, MLD, PMLD, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, Dyslexia, 1:1 work
• Have a caring, patient, and empathetic personality who is confident in dealing with challenging behaviour

Main Purpose of the job:

• To take a pro-active role in the support of the educational, social and physical needs of the pupils; to support the curriculum and the school through the provision of assistance to the teacher in the practical organisation of class activities and small group work. To meet the needs of pupils with specific needs for learning support in relation to severe physical, learning and complex behavioural difficulties.

We can offer you:

• Choice and Variety – giving you a range of roles and job opportunities to choose from
• Weekly pay based on your skills, experience, flexibility and availability
• Safe Working Practice – ensuring your reputation is protected
• A consultant dedicated to you that will assist and support you

If you are available for work and have the relevant experience for this role, please click apply now

Applicants holding a qualification in Childcare are welcome as are SEN Teaching Assistants with experience in school settings. Relevant experience working in a care setting is also acceptable.

“Opus Education Recruitment is committed to safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of children.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note: Opus Education Recruitment will not pay for new DBS checks, this will be billed directly to the candidate”

“This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.”

For more information, please submit your CV by email or call our office on 01872 279810 and ask to speak to Tom

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract

Salary: £66.00-£85.00 per day

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location