Learning Mentor / Special Needs TA
| Posting date: | 17 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2024 |
| Location: | PL1 1AE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | LMASPLSEN-8985 |
Summary
Exciting Opportunity: Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Behavioral Support
Are you an empathetic and dedicated individual with a calling to support students with behavioral needs? We're thrilled to announce a new opportunity for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Plymouth on a full-time basis. This role entails providing essential support to students with behavioral challenges and includes driving responsibilities.
**Position:** Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Behavioral Support
**Location:** Plymouth, UK
**Salary:** £95 - £110 per day
**About the Role:**
- As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in empowering students with behavioral needs within an educational environment.
- Your responsibilities will include delivering one-on-one or small group support, implementing behavior management strategies, and contributing to the development and execution of individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior support plans.
- This role also encompasses driving responsibilities, such as safely transporting students to and from school or other designated locations.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Provide compassionate support to students with behavioral needs, fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Implement effective behavior management techniques and interventions in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
- Assist in the planning and execution of individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior support plans.
- Safely transport students to and from school or other designated locations as required.
**Requirements:**
- Demonstrated experience working with students with behavioral needs in an educational or comparable setting.
- Sound knowledge of behavior management techniques and strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and willingness to undertake driving responsibilities as part of the role.
- Relevant qualifications or training in special education, counseling, psychology, or related fields are advantageous.
**Benefits:**
- Competitive daily rate of £95 - £110
- Full-time position with opportunities for long-term employment and professional growth.
- Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact in students' lives.
- Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
**How to Apply:**
If you're passionate about supporting students with behavioral needs and meet the outlined requirements, we invite you to apply! Please send your CV to Alec Stott at alec.stott@teacheractive.com or contact us at 01392 693313.
Seize this opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of students! Apply today!
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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