Sen Teaching Assistant - Queens Park Infant Academy

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Queens Park Infant Academy, United Kingdom
On-site
Experience working with eyfs and ks1 children
Experience supporting pupils with autism
Ability to lead small groups and 1:1 interventions
Queen's Park Infant Academy is looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with special needs, particularly those within a bespoke provision in a mainstream setting. The ideal candidate should possess experience in early years education, particularly with children who have complex needs, and demonstrate strong communication and observational skills

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting 7-8 infant-aged pupils with complex needs including Autism, communication language needs, and global delay within a bespoke provision.
  • The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of a team, liaising with parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure pupil success.
  • Coastal Learning Partnership offers opportunities for professional development, secondments, and progression throughout the academic year.

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Queen's Park Infant Academy is looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with special needs, particularly those within a bespoke provision in a mainstream setting. The ideal candidate should possess experience in early years education, particularly with children who have complex needs, and demonstrate strong communication and observational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience working with EYFS and KS1 children
  • Experience supporting pupils with Autism
  • Ability to lead small groups and 1:1 interventions
  • Strong observation and communication skills
  • Collaboration with parents and professionals

Nice-to-have

  • High levels of energy and resilience
  • Passion for supporting SEND pupils
  • Commitment to professional development
  • Ability to adapt and use initiative
  • Understanding of emotional presentation

Key Requirements

  • Experience with SEN needs (Autism, global delay)
  • Enhanced DBS check required
  • Child Barred List check required
  • Health check required
  • Satisfactory references required

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