SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT - ROSSENDALE AREA

Location

, BB4

Summary

Reed Education/Lancashire Teaching Agency are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for an “Good” Ofsted rated school in Blackburn to provide 1:1 support for a year 2 student identified with SEN needs.  This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference in students’ lives and thrives in a supportive educational environment. The role is required for 5 days per week between 08:30 – 15:30.

Day-to-day of the role:

Provide tailored support to students, ensuring their educational and social development.

Assist with the planning and delivery of individual learning activities.

Work closely with the classroom teacher to monitor the student’s progress.

Implement strategies to support the student’s learning and engagement.

Facilitate a safe and positive learning environment.

Adapt to the student’s needs and provide feedback to teachers and parents.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience working with children with SEN and SEMH

TA2 qualification or equivalent.

Experience in providing support within an educational setting.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards student development.

Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other staff members.

A commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding practices.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate.

Supportive working environment.

Opportunity to make a significant impact on a student’s educational journey.

Access to professional development and training through Reed.

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.