Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockport with travel 2-3 days a week to Knutsford
Salary: £23,400 to £24,765 depending on experience
Hours: Full time, Term time only

We are currently seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join an exceptional provision offering education and support to children with SEMH aged 5-17. Our client is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join them on a full time permanent basis.
The school caters for pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour. The school supports pupils with social, emotional and mental wellbeing needs.
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• On site parking
• Referral programme
• Life assurance

• Pension program
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee benefits and discount scheme
• Fantastic training and progression

The successful candidate will be:

• Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them with curriculum-based learning in the classroom, on home tuition and outreach and through outdoor activities
• Assist with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management
• Daily reports on learners’ progress and barriers to learning
• Interaction with parents/care givers on a regular basis

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND
• At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
• A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous