SEN Teaching Assistant - North Northamptonshire Primary

5th October start
Full Time
Posted about 9 hours ago
Expiring 23rd July
North Northamptonshire, Birmingham
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our team at Ruskin Primary School, located in North Northamptonshire. The successful candidate will support children with high special educational needs (SEN), including autism, limited communication skills, and toileting issues, across Reception, Year 1, and Year 2. This is a full-time role, providing essential 1:1 support to children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to our school’s inclusive ethos, where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. The position is available to start immediately and continues on a full-time basis. Key Responsibilities: - Provide dedicated 1:1 support to children with high SEN needs, including autism and communication difficulties, ensuring their individual needs are met in line with their EHCPs. - Assist the class teacher in planning and implementing personalised learning activities tailored to the specific needs of each child. - Support children with toileting issues, maintaining dignity and promoting independence in line with school policies. - Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that aligns with the school’s ethos of respect, equality, and individualised support. - Assist in managing behaviour related to SEN needs by implementing positive and consistent strategies, without using behaviour management as the primary focus. - Support the classroom teacher with general classroom organisation, including resources preparation and maintaining a conducive learning environment. - Observe and monitor children’s progress, providing feedback to the teacher to inform ongoing planning and support. - Promote communication and social interaction skills through personalised strategies, supporting children’s development in line with school values. - Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and well-being of all children at all times. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

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How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.