SEN Teaching Assistant

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 additional days Salary: Band 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata (actual £20,029 - £20,347) Contract: Permanent Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning? Do you have the patience, empathy and enthusiasm to help every child feel valued and achieve their potential? If so, Bishops Primary School would love to hear from you! We are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who can create positive, trusting relationships that help every child feel valued and included. Working alongside class teachers and our SENCO, you will provide tailored support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their academic, social and emotional skills. You will play an important role in encouraging independence, celebrating progress and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to achieve and enjoy their time at school. Main Roles and Responsibilities Carry out planned learning activities as agreed with the teacher, adapting materials to suit the needs of the children where necessary Help ensure all children can access their learning materials and activities Monitor, record and assess the development of the children and discuss any concerns with the teacher Support the children's social and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable in the learning environment Why Join Us? As well as a rewarding career within an established Multi Academy Trust, we offer the following employee benefits - An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust. 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services. Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo. Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families. CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust. Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure. Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI. If you are patient, caring and enthusiastic, and would love the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils, we would love to hear from you!