Teaching Assistant

Your new School Hays are recruiting a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Caerphilly County for a Special Educational Needs School which caters for pupils aged 3-19 with a variety of additional learning needs, as well as related aspects of challenging behaviour. The school are much loved and respected within the local community and are known for providing a high standard of supportive care and education for enroled students. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with passionate co-workers, as well as within a school which looks to recruit permanent members of staff from their agency workers. The role itself will consist of working with small groups of students aged 6-10 with ASD, similar learning difficulties, and related aspects of challenging behaviour. You may also be expected to support 1:1 on an ad-hoc basis when a student requires additional care. Your new roleThe role is confirmed long-term and available immediately, working 5 days a week. However, the school are also looking for Part-Time staff available to work between 1 and 4 days a week. Duties relating to this role include but are not limited to:

• Working with small groups of students aged 6-10 with a variety of additional learning needs and related aspects of challenging behaviour.
• Demonstrating high levels of patience and empathy when dealing with challenging behaviour.
• Creating and maintaining a safe, positive, and enjoyable learning environment for students and staff alike.
• Supporting students to engage in their work and stick to their daily routines and patterns.
• Assisting teachers when implementing their lesson plans by ensuring that the children are engaged and cared for throughout.
• Working closely as part of a quick, efficient, and consistent team with other members of teaching staff to provide the best care possible for the pupils.

What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, it is required that you possess:

• At least 40 days of relevant experience working or volunteering within a School over the course of the last 2 - 3 years.
• Empathetic and calm with problem-solving skills, showing commitment and a high degree of motivation.
• A desired qualification is to be Team Teach trained.

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to work with a fantastic and well-respected SEN school in Caerphilly County. The school strives to provide their pupils with the highest standard of care, education, and support through the fantastic work of their passionate and committed teaching staff. The facilities are fantastic, and the staff are welcoming and supportive. The school is incredibly engaging and supportive for students and staff members alike. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.Refer a Friend: Earn £250 in shopping vouchers if we successfully place someone you refer in a role.

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