SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (SEN) Term Time OnlyLocation: Cranborne, Dorset

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.
Salary: £22,996£25,068 (actual, dependent on experience & qualifications)
Hourly Rate: £12.87£14.03 p/hr
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only
Bonus: £1,000 Welcome Bonus*
Are you passionate about helping young people thrive? Do you want to make a genuine difference every day? This specialist school for young people aged 1116 is set in a beautiful rural location and provides high quality teaching, integrated therapy and personalised support for students with Autism and associated needs. The environment is nurturing, creative and designed to help every learner build confidence, independence and a future they can be proud of.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, youll play a vital part in supporting students to achieve their goals in a safe, caring and inspiring learning environment. Youll work closely with teaching staff, provide 1:1 support and help deliver both academic and vocational learning from classroom sessions to bushcraft, animal care and life?skills activities.
Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff by reinforcing learning and offering additional explanation where needed
• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of young people at all times
• Help students meet and exceed their Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) targets
• Support positive behaviour strategies and adapt your approach to individual needs
• Accurately record incidents, accidents and health & safety information
• Encourage participation in group activities, supporting social interaction and friendships

About You
Experience in education or SEN settings is helpful but not essential what matters most is your ability to build trusted, professional relationships with young people.
Youre likely to be someone who:

• Can manage a range of behaviours, including behaviours that challenge
• Puts young people first and treats them as individuals
• Brings positivity, creativity and resilience to the role
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively
• Has good numeracy, literacy and ICT skills
• Can meet the physical demands of the role

Qualifications:

• GCSE English & Maths (grade 4 or above) or equivalent beneficial but not essential

Whats on Offer
This role comes with a strong package of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and worklife balance.
Training & Development
A wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you grow and progress.
Money Saving Benefits
Via the Perkbox app:
Discounts on groceries, phone plans, dining out, gym memberships & more
Cycle to Work scheme
Car scheme
Pay & Reward
Enhanced annual leave
Company sick pa
Enhanced pension
Life assurance
24/7 GP Access
Phone or video appointments for you and your household, anytime.
Health Cash Plan
Covers everyday healthcare costs for you and your children, with optional partner cover.
Employee Assistance Programme
Confidential support including 24/7 counselling and online wellbeing tools.
Refer a Friend Earn £1,000
(Terms apply)
Free Lunch on Shift
Provided on site. xwzovoh
Welcome Bonus: Paid in two instalments 50% after probation, 50% after one year.