SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

Teaching Assistant - Northumberland

Location: Northumberland

Position: Teaching Assistant

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive - dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

Herdley Bank School is a specialist SEN school based in Haltwhistle, Northumberland, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEMH and complex behaviours.

We are looking for a caring and reliable Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. This role involves supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, often on a 1:1 basis, to help them reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 or group support to pupils with SEN, including SEMH needs

Assist teaching staff in delivering personalised learning and behaviour support

Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours with positive strategies

Support pupils' emotional well-being and social development

Maintain accurate records and contribute to planning and reviews

Collaborate with the wider school team and external professionals

About You:

Experience working with children with SEN and challenging behaviours is desirable

Patient, calm, and empathetic approach

Good communication and teamwork skills

Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support are a plus

Willingness to undertake Team Teach or similar behaviour management training (training available)

What We Offer:

Supportive and inclusive school community

Professional development and training opportunities

A rewarding role making a real difference to young lives

Competitive pay and flexible working hours

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England

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