SEN Support worker. Job in Shrewsbury Education & Training Jobs

Do you have experience working in the care sector? Do you thrive in making a difference to the lives of young people? Do you have a passion to work with children? A career in a Special Education needs school might just be for you! Tara professional are working on multiple roles for a Shropshire SEN school. The children and young people are aged 2 to 19 and have a range of learning difficulties. These include moderate, severe, complex and profound learning difficulties, those with autism, complex medical conditions and physical and mobility difficulties. A number of the young people present behavioural difficulties arising from their condition; many have communication difficulties. What is the purpose of the role? The purpose of this role is to assist in interactive learning, promotion of personal development and ensure that the curriculum is achieved for the best possible outcome for the students within the academy. Under the instruction and guidance of the teaching staff, health staff and other professionals, to undertake educational activities and attend to the education, personal and social needs of the students in order to support their learning and development and to ensure their safety. Skills Required; Ability to build good relationships with children, teacher and parents Ability to cope with challenging behaviours Encourage engagement and inclusion Ability to think in a solution focused way Strive for quality of best practice You should be enthusiastic and committed professional who is flexible and reliable and able to work on your own initiative, with the ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels. Person Specification; Essential Previous experience either working with Special Educational needs or within the care sector. GCSE grades 9-4 (A - C) in English and Maths Motivated Punctual Ability to meet the physical demands of the post Desirable NVQ level 2 Teaching assistant or Level 2 in health and social care Experience in working in an education environment Makaton Moving & handling trained At TARA, we boast a solid background in teaching and education recruitment, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table to help you find the perfect teacher for the post, or that dream school to work for. Founded in 2007 and as qualified educators and education recruiters with many years of combined experience, we believe in working alongside our clients for the long term, never providing a quick fix solution. Our clients and candidates are at the heart of all that we do, and you can rest safe in the knowledge that the TARA team will always go above and beyond, providing a personalised service with the care and attention you deserve

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