SEN Teaching Assistant (Health Care Assistant Background)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Health Care Assistant Background)
Location: Ashford
Salary: £88.94 per day
Start: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a compassionate Health Care Assistant ready to make a difference in education?

If so, GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) with a background in healthcare assistance to support students with diverse needs in a nurturing educational environment in Ashford. Your experience in healthcare will be invaluable in providing tailored support to students, ensuring their well-being and academic progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised support to students with special educational needs, including those with physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and speech and language difficulties.
• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) by adapting learning materials and strategies to meet each student's unique needs.
• Support students' personal care needs, including mobility assistance, feeding, and toileting, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to monitor student progress and adjust support strategies accordingly.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
• Utilise communication aids such as PECS, Makaton, or other tools to enhance student interaction and learning.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant, particularly with children or young people with special needs.
• Understanding of various SEN conditions, including ASD, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and families.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks, as required for working with children and vulnerable adults.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, SEN TA training) are desirable.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £88.94.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives through creative education.
• Supportive and inclusive school environment with a focus on staff well-being.
• Access to professional development opportunities, including training in SEN strategies and interventions.
• Potential for career progression within the educational setting.

If you are a passionate SEN TA eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Ashford, we invite you to apply today!

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN TA’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.