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SEN Teaching Assistant, job vacancy, Horsham, West Sussex

Join an exceptional team in a Specialist Education College dedicated to providing outstanding care and education for learners with physical disabilities. Make a real difference in their lives, helping them achieve their full potential in a positive, inclusive, and empowering environment.

Benefits

* Salary: £11.69 - £12.79 per hour.

* Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm.

* 37.5 Hours per week

* Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, Term Time Only.

* Pension Scheme, Health Care Plan, Blue Light Card.

* Free Online GP Service & Life Assurance.

* Free DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).

* Flexible payday scheme.

* Continued Training & Professional Development.

Employer
Social Care & Education Jobs have been selected as an approved Recruitment Partner for this National Provider of Specialist Care & Education for Children & Young People. The organisation’s values, ethos, and mission provide the foundation for every service they offer. Their diverse portfolio includes Children's Residential Care, Specialist Education Schools, Further Education Colleges, Nurseries, and Supported Living Services. Their goal is to deliver positive outcomes and future transition opportunities, allowing the individuals they support to reach their full potential.

Where You Will Be Working
You will be based within a Specialist Education College (SEND) for children and young people with physical disabilities. This thriving environment offers learners countless opportunities to flourish. Set in stunning countryside, the college provides a beautiful and enriching setting for both staff and students. Activities are plentiful, and students are encouraged to voice their interests, fostering independence and boosting their confidence.

Your Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working alongside Specialist Tutors and Learning Support Workers in a college setting designed for students aged 16+ who require additional support. This role involves assisting learners with their educational, communication, and therapeutic needs while encouraging positive behavior. The college offers access to a variety of excellent facilities and partners with local charities and employers to provide enriching experiences.

Duties

* Assist Specialist Tutors in delivering tailored lessons and activities that support learners with their education and development.

* Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team, including speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and behavior support staff.

* Provide 1:1 and group support for students with physical disabilities and learning difficulties, helping them achieve their educational goals.

* Encourage independence in daily activities and promote social integration through structured routines and positive reinforcement.

* Support learners with communication challenges, using specialized techniques or tools as required.

* Ensure a safe and supportive learning environment, addressing any safeguarding concerns in line with school policy.

Criteria

* No experience is necessary, but a full understanding of the role of a Teaching Assistant is essential.

* Experience working with children or young people would be an advantage.

* Patience, understanding, and a dedicated approach to supporting learners.

* A passion for making a difference in the lives of young people.

* A desire to pursue a meaningful vocation in education.

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Compliance
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning we are permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions, including those considered "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and are a disability-confident and equal-opportunities employer.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we may not respond to each one. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that your application was unsuccessful on this occasion