Teaching Assistant 2 SEN

The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant 2 SEN to join our dedicated team at Partington Central Academy.

The core purpose of the role will be to To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area. May be required to supervise groups of pupils undertaking activities in non-teaching situations.

Key responsibilities:

·    Supervise and provide individualised support for pupils with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities

·    Assist with the development and implementation of Support Plans, Behaviour Plans, EHCPs (Education Health Care Plans) and Personal Care programmes

·    Implement the Support Plans, Behaviour Plans, EHCPs (Education Health Care Plans) and Personal Care programmes

·    Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs

·    Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

·    Provide emotional, social, educational and pastoral support

·    Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher

·    Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence

·    Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher

·    Provide 1:1 and small group support for SEND pupils

·    Undertake/deliver learning programmes specific to the pupils needs (SEND)

·    Collaborate and liaise with parents, sharing information and strategies to support pupils. 

For more information about the role please contact us on 0161 75 2937 or email office@partingtoncentralacademy.co.uk.

Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust. We look forward to hearing from you.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.