SEN Teaching Assistant: Inspire & Support Every Learner

Qualifications and Experience

• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and maths
• Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting
• Experience working with children / young people with SEN
• Experience planning and delivering learning activities

Skills and Knowledge

• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
• Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
• Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
• Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and to be flexible in their approach to daily routines
• Active listening skills
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Good IT skills, particularly using IT to support learning

Personal Qualities

• Enjoyment of working with children
• Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality
• Resilient, positive, forward-looking and enthusiastic about making a difference
• Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people

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