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SEN - Teaching Assistant

Reed
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XP, England

Salary

£90 per day

Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work with primary-aged boys with social and emotional mental health issues in a special school in Rural Haywards Heath.
  • The position is full-time, long-term supply, with working hours from 8.30 am to 4 pm and a salary of £90 per day.
  • Candidates should possess a strong commitment to enhancing the autonomy and personal development of students, along with experience in planning and delivering curriculum support.
  • A minimum of GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths, as well as knowledge of the needs of students with SEMH, is required for this role.
  • Interested applicants should submit their CV and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position.

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant

Salary: £90 per dayLocation: Rural Haywards HeathJob Type: Full time, Long Term Supply 8.30am to 4pm

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team, working directly with primary aged boys with socila and emotional mental health issues (SEMH) within a special school. This role is integral to providing students with a supportive and effective learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to enhancing the autonomy, independence, personal development, and employability of all students.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the teacher with the curriculum delivery and support individual students or groups to achieve set targets.
  • Engage in planning, organisation, and delivery of educational and work-related experiences for students.
  • Share responsibility for the physical care of students and contribute to a safe learning environment.
  • Maintain accurate records of student achievement and progress.
  • Evaluate your practice and engage in professional development.
  • Manage classroom resources, and emphasise the display and presentation of students’ work.
  • Work creatively and flexibly with students with special educational needs to promote their development.
  • Follow instructions and adhere to policy guidelines in all areas of work.
  • Communicate clearly with staff, students, parents, the local community, and outside agencies.
  • Contribute to the assessment, planning, and monitoring of individual learning programmes.

Required Skills

  • Knowledge of the needs of students with SEMH and the National Curriculum.
  • Experience in planning and contributing to curriculum delivery.
  • Ability to work under direction and collaboratively with teaching staff.
  • Competence in continuous assessment and monitoring of student progress.
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with parents and the wider community.
  • Commitment to personal professional development.
  • Experience in managing and developing staff and resources.
  • Strategic leadership skills to contribute to service development.

Experience and Qualifications

  • GCSE grade A-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

To apply for the Learning Support Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.