SEN Teaching Assistant

at  New Reflexions

HOURS: 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK, ACROSS 5 DAYS

Weeks: 39 weeks (Term Time Only, including 5 PD days)
The post is ideal for someone wanting to start their career in SEN education. Full training will be provided, following a structured induction programme.
The Fitzroy Academy is a New Reflexions independent school for young people with autism, learning disabilities, communication difficulties, complex needs and associated emotional and behavioural difficulties. The Fitzroy Academy is a brand new school near Shrewsbury, which caters for students aged 7 to 18 years.
The school offers students a nurturing environment in which to grow, learn and develop. All of our staff are trained in Reflective Therapeutic Intervention to ensure a consistent approach to managing behaviour. This compliments a structured provision along with our high expectations and individual plans to best support the learning and behaviour needs of each student as well as supporting with personal-care.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work within small classes with a class teacher, to support small groups or individuals to access bespoke learning programmes based on their developmental ages and abilities. The successful candidate need to have some experience working in a special needs environment, or educational setting. You will need to be confident and resilient in working one to one with students under teacher guidance. Further special needs training will be available for the right candidate.
Applicants should have experience of working with challenging young people, will need to demonstrate a calm, positive approach, enthusiasm, energy and plenty of patience. We can offer a supportive team, a very progressive approach towards professional development and a positive, problem solving working environment. If you would like to find out more or visit the school for a tour, please contact the Head Teacher, Lydia Swinton: 01939 210040.

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