SEN Teaching Assistants

Randstad Education

Posted 10 days ago, valid for 19 days

Plymouth, Devon PL7 1RF, England

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

This role seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to support students with moderate-to-severe special education needs, including autism and communication disorders.
Candidates should have experience working with learners who have various learning difficulties, and eligibility to work in the UK is required.
The position offers excellent rates of pay, with regular pay reviews, and includes opportunities for free CPD-accredited training courses.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role is preferred, along with an NVQ level 2 in Teaching and Learning being desirable but not essential.
The school emphasizes a compassionate and supportive environment to foster the development of SEN students.

Do you have patience and compassion?

Do you take pleasure in improving the lives of SEN students and working with them?

Can you offer kids with complex needs and learning problems a safe and supportive school environment?

If you're ready to make a positive impact and join a supportive, thriving educational community, apply now!

This school serves students with moderate-to-severe special education needs, such as those with autism, communication disorders, and complicated behavioural issues. The school is always updating its amazing facilities to accommodate the increasing demand for its outstanding services.

A committed teaching assistant is now needed to work with the team full-time. The ideal applicant will be self-assured and knowledgeable enough to assist students with challenging needs.

Your responsibilities include:

Assist students during class, making sure they are on track.
Liaise with the class teacher to ensure a smooth-running class.
Enabling learners to access the curriculum.
Support the pastoral needs of the learners.
Be an active participant in setting the learning environment.
Using your interests to engage learners in learning.

The ideal candidate may possess the following skills and capabilities:

Should be able to work with learners that have various learning difficulties.
Confident to support the lead in groups in different educational subjects.
Eligibility to work in the UK.
NVQ level 2 in Teaching and Learning is desirable but not essential
GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
Must provide 2 professional references.
Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or be prepared to apply for a new one.

The benefits of this role are:

Working with children and seeing their ongoing development.
Excellent rates of pay and regular pay reviews.
Free CPD-accredited training courses include Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection, & Prevent.
Refer a friend scheme: earning you up to £300* in shopping vouchers.

If you are passionate about supporting the education and well-being of children with complex needs, we encourage you to apply and join this dedicated team.

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