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Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England

Salary

£90 - £95 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An Ofsted-graded 'Good' secondary pupil referral unit (PRU) in Preston is seeking a passionate SEMH experienced Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible.
  • The ideal candidate should have experience supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties in an alternative provision or PRU setting.
  • The position offers a salary of £90 - £95 per day, depending on experience and qualifications, with the potential for a permanent contract in 2025.
  • Candidates must have knowledge of working with SEN and challenging behavior, along with a proven record of engaging pupils and raising their attainment.
  • To apply, candidates should hold an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and have the legal right to work in the UK.

An Ofsted-graded 'Good' secondary pupil referral unit (PRU) in Preston are seeking a dynamic and passionate SEMH experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible...

The school require a teaching assistant to support students' learning across Key Stage 3 and 4, and the ideal candidate will have experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH) in an alternative provision or PRU setting.The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience, patience and an ability to strike up rapport and develop relationships with SEMH pupils. Pupils arrive at the school having struggled to access learning in their previous school/s, and clear routines and therapies are implemented in school to help re-engage students with the education system. The personal relationships developed with pupils ensure that each one achieves their potential both academically and personally.

Rates of £90 - £95 per day are available, dependant upon experience and qualification. (Tradewind pay our teaching assistants directly via PAYE, and not via a third party umbrella company!!)

The school are looking to take someone on through an initial long term, temporary period, with a view to subsequently offering a permanent contract to the right candidate in 2025.

The school have a fantastic record of developing and up-skilling their staff internally, with a number of current teaching staff having started their career in school as a temporary teaching assistant. So if you are looking to progress your career in an alternative provision setting, this really is a fantastic opportunity!

To be successful in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, you will need to:

  • Have knowledge and understanding of working with SEN and challenging behaviour
  • Demonstrate a proven record of engaging all pupils and raising their attainment
  • Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure - or hold a DBS currently subscribed to DBS Update Service
  • Provide overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and undergo professional reference checks
  • Ensure your CV covers all employment and education since leaving secondary school
  • Have the legal right to work in the UK

To apply for this rewarding position as SEMH Teaching Assistant in Preston, click 'Apply Now'. For additional information about the role, please contact Adam on or .

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to progress your career in an excellent alternative provision, whilst making a positive impact on the lives of students in Preston.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.