Are you a nurturing, calm and positive individual with experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Academics is currently recruiting SEN Support Assistants to work in busy, welcoming and supportive SEN provisions across the Huddersfield area, including Crosland Moor, Honley, Netherton and Lockwood.
The Role
As an SEN Support Assistant, you will:
Support pupils with their learning, emotional and behavioural development.
Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
Help pupils achieve their individual targets and make progress.
Build positive relationships and create a safe, supportive learning environment.
Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each child.
What We're Looking For
Experience working with children or young people with SEN is essential. This may have been gained through:
A school or educational setting
Care work or support work
Youth work
Personal experience supporting individuals with additional needsSuccessful candidates will be:
Nurturing and patient
Calm under pressure
Positive and resilient
Passionate about helping children achieve their potential
Excellent team players with strong communication skills
Why Join Academics?
Opportunities in welcoming and supportive SEN provisions
Flexible work to suit your availability
Competitive rates of pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in children's livesIf you're ready to support and inspire young people with additional needs, apply today with Academics and take the next step in your SEN career
Salary description
£95.00 - £105.00 per day