New Directions Education is working with an excellent primary school in Sale that is looking to recruit a Special Needs Teaching Assistant on a longer-term, full-time basis. Supporting in lower KS2, the ideal Special Needs Teaching Assistant will support a pupil on a 1:1 basis. Experience supporting pupils with autism & complex needs is an essential criteria for this role – as is an ability to ‘think on your feet’ and use initiative throughout the school day.
This excellent 2-form entry primary school is based in Sale and boasts excellent transport links to Manchester, Trafford and Salford by car – as well as tram and bus. Strong senior leaders have worked hard with staff to create a warm learning environment where children feel safe and enjoy learning with their peers. With an inclusive learning environment, classrooms are well staffed and resourced to cater for needs of their pupils.
• Supervise and provide learning support for students in small groups and on a one to one basis
• Assist with the development of individual education and Behavioural plans setting challenging expectations for pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Establish trusting relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs and personalities.
• Encourage pupils to interact with the class and engage in activities.
Person Specification
• Have experience working in the care, youth work, coaching or education sector
• Be outgoing, fun and engaging
• Willing to support children of all abilities and needs
• Have experience of behaviour management and de-escalation
• Have a positive and ambitious attitude to learning
• Experience in the education and training sector
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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