Early Years SEN TA

Early Years SEN TA – Primary School – Croydon

Due to an increase in our SEN cohort, and additional funding provided by the local authority, our Croydon Primary School are looking to appoint an Early Years SEN TA to support pupils across our Early Years and Foundation Stage.

We are seeking an experienced individual who is passionate about providing all children with an inclusive education, especially children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

What we can offer you:

• Full time and long term (at least the academic year)
• £85 - £110 per day (experience dependent)
• Easily commutable location - Croydon Primary School
• ASAP / January 2025 start

Early Years SEN TA – Job specification:

• Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning
• Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to, individual needs
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
• Provide tailored interventions to meet the specific needs of pupils
• Organise and run physical and mental wellbeing activities
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher both in class and the playground
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills,

Early Years SEN TA – Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• The ability to speak appropriately to children of all ages
• The ability to deal objectively with children in challenging situations
• The ability to work as a team member
• Working with children with SEN
• Working as a member of a team
• Level 3 CACHE (or equivalent) qualification in SEN based teaching support
• A good level of literacy and numeracy skills with at least English, Maths and science qualifications at GCSE grade C, NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Work based training relating to supporting pupils with specific Special Educational Needs
• Experience of working with pupils with a diagnosis of autism and/or ADHD.

If you are interested in this Early Years SEN TA role, trial days can be arranged immediately.

To apply for this role of Early Years SEN TA please send your detailed CV to Christopher at Clarus Education. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Early Years SEN TA – Primary School – Croydon