Graduate SEN TA (Shrewsbury & Telford) New

Shrewsbury & Telford | £95+ per day | Day-to-Day, with Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities | Immediate & November Starts

Teaching Personnel is recruiting graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in mainstream and specialist schools across the Shrewsbury and Telford area. The role offers flexible day-to-day work and a route into long-term and permanent positions.

About the Schools
The schools are inclusive and community-focused, committed to helping every young person succeed, including those with SEN. You may be supporting students with identified needs to access lessons alongside their peers in a mainstream setting, or working in a specialist setting where pupils have a range of more complex needs, including Autism and social, emotional and mental health needs.

The Role

• Supporting individual pupils and small groups in lessons
• Helping pupils develop communication, independence and confidence
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Gaining experience across mainstream and specialist settings
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and specialist staff

Who We’re Looking For
Graduates in any discipline, particularly:

• Psychology
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Education Studies
• Health and Social Care
• Sports Science

You should have:

• A genuine interest in SEN and supporting young people
• Patience, empathy and strong communication skills
• A professional, reliable approach
• Previous experience is welcome, but it is not essential

What We Offer

• £95+ per day
• Flexible day-to-day work across a range of schools
• Strong progression routes into long-term and permanent roles
• Valuable experience for those considering teaching, educational psychology, social work or SENCO roles
• Ongoing support and training from Teaching Personnel

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
• Two years of professional references

Apply today to start building your career in education.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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