SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant/TA
Type: Temporary and permanent roles available
Location: Plymouth
Start Date: As soon as possible

Purple Mango Education have partnered with an exceptional school in Plymouth who are looking for learning mentors to support the growth of their setting. The school is a specialist education provision that works with children and young people who are not currently accessing mainstream or special school provision.

The setting provides a trauma informed approach to all of their young people ensuring that learning is tailored to them as individuals.

They are looking for a Teaching Assistant/TA to support their growth on the back of their ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students, nurturing their academic, emotional, and social development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and other support staff to implement individualised learning plans and strategies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered.
• Utilise a variety of creative and engaging techniques to facilitate learning and promote student progress.
• Offer guidance and encouragement to students facing challenges, empowering them to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND, either in a school setting or similar environment.
• A genuine passion for supporting the unique needs of students with diverse learning requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience in the face of challenges, with a proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
• Relevant qualifications or training in education, special education, psychology, or related fields are highly desirable.

Apply online with your most up to date CV and one of the team will be in touch.