About this role
Personal Specification – SEN Teaching Assistant
Essential
Desirable Qualifications
Basic Numeracy Skills
GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)
Basic Literacy Skills
Appropriate NVQ
First Aid Certificate
Childcare Qualification Experience
Working with people
Working within a school or special school
Willingness to undertake various training to effectively support pupils with SEN
Experience of developing and delivering individual education programmes for children with specific needs Personal and Professional
Must be well organised
Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work on own initiative
Effective communication skills
Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work as part of a team
Flexible and willing to contribute to the success of the team
Ability to develop good relations with staff and pupils and the wider school community
Willingness to carry out personal care routines
Training in personal care
With training, be prepared to implement behavioural strategies
Experience working with behaviour management plan
Awareness of principles of safeguarding and willingness to undertake further training.