Teaching Assistant

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.