Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton

Pay: £85-£95 per day

Contact: Alec Stott
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs? We are seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. You will be working in a school that caters to children with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Support the classroom teacher in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks and activities, promoting independence and confidence.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to support student engagement and progress.
• Monitor and record student progress, communicating effectively with teachers and parents.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with special needs, particularly those with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD.
• Strong understanding of various special educational needs and strategies to support them.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children with special needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Relevant qualifications or training in special education (desirable but not essential).

Benefits:

• Competitive daily pay rate of £185-£195.
• Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children with special needs.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual ready to support the educational development of children with special needs, we would love to hear from you!

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter to Alec Stott at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of students. Apply today!

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