1:1 SEN Nursery Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Wakefield, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £87 - £95 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | WF1NURSERY_1742810814 |
| Job Views | 146 |
- Description
Nursery SEN Teaching Assistant
WF1, Primary school
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team at a primary school in the WF1 area of Wakefield, providing tailored support to children with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the school's nursery class. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with individual children, helping to meet their specific learning, emotional, and developmental needs.
You will be supporting children with a variety of SEN, including but not limited to Autism, Speech and Language Delay, ADHD, and other learning disabilities. Your role will involve providing personalised care, engaging in activities to aid their development, and promoting a nurturing environment that encourages their growth and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support to children with SEN, assisting with their learning, social integration, and personal development.
- Support the teacher in planning and delivering educational activities tailored to individual needs.
- Foster a positive and inclusive environment to help children feel safe, valued, and supported.
- Work closely with other staff members, parents, and outside agencies to ensure children's needs are being met.
- Encourage children to develop their social and communication skills.
- Assist in monitoring children's progress and reporting to relevant staff.
- Promote and maintain high standards of behaviour, ensuring that children are respectful and engaged.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is essential.
- Strong understanding of various types of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, and Speech and Language Delay.
- Empathetic, patient, and caring attitude with a passion for supporting children.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A positive, proactive approach and a desire to make a real difference in children's lives.
If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and have the experience and qualities we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please apply directly to this job advert or for further information please email ojewitt@veritas-education.com, or call 0113 403 2200.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
