Role: 1 to 1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Crewe

Start Date: January or February start dates available

Contract: Full-time, Long-term contract

83.33 - 95.75 PER DAY

Simply Education is seeking to appoint a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work with a group of students who have become disconnected with their learning. The successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant will have resilience and be able to model and promote high behaviour expectations. It is vital that you can communicate effectively and build rapport and common interests with the students to inspire and motivate them.

The school we are working in partnership is a lovely purpose-built specialist provision, supporting students experiencing social, emotional and/or mental health difficulties. The school is based in Crewe which has excellent transport links via public transport. Additionally, the staff have created a unique learning environment which is walm and welcoming. High expectations are in place for the student's behaviour and attitude towards learning, consequently, there is minimal behavioural issue.

The school has capacity for 68 pupils, aged 5-18 years old. The school prides itself on offering a child centred learning approach that focuses on the child's needs. Additionally, all children are offered a varied, interesting, and inspiring curriculum with a focus on vocational and well-being subjects as well as academic subjects. The school is currently undergoing modification of their school grounds with the addition of a wonderful outdoor learning facility which includes chickens and guinea pigs that the students have full responsibility to care for. Additionally, there is outdoor sports facilities including a basketball court, football pitch and playing field.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will work collaboratively to support students to build their resilience, self-worth, and ability to manage and self-regulate their own feelings. Consequently, their children become confident, contributing members of society who go on to become successful adults, leading happy lives. The students and staff work collaboratively to create an appealing learning space and reflection area. One of the school's regulation stations is themed as the north pole and creates a safe space in the form of an igloo where the students can have the time and space they need.

The ideal 1:1 Teaching Assistant for this role will have experience working in education, be comfortable contributing to the school and classroom values and ethos and be committed to supporting students with social emotional and mental health needs. You will have excellent communication skills, be adaptable and flexible, and have a passion for helping young people to achieve their full potential.

If you are interested in this exciting 1:1 Teaching Assistant opportunity to work with a school that is dedicated to supporting students and developing their skills, please get in touch with Simply Education today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Advantages of working in an SEMH environment:

-Shorter working hours which will help you to establish a better work life balance.

- Smaller class sizes where you can really get to know your students

-More non-contact time so marking can be done during the working hours

- Flexibility within the curriculum meaning you can be creative with your approach.

- Satisfaction in supporting and seeing students reach their full potential.

- Complimentary lunch

Key Responsibilities:

- Work with the students' Teacher to deliver high-quality bespoke learning opportunities.

- Support the students to become re-engaged with their learning.

- Model and promote high behaviour expectations.

- Communicate effectively and build rapport and common interests with the students to inspire and motivate them.

- Work closely with the students' Tutor to Prepare the students for life beyond school.

Key Requirements:

- An understanding of working with disengaged students.

- Knowledge and understanding of vocational education.

- Strong communication skills.

- Resilience and the ability to model and promote high behaviour expectations.

- Ability to inspire and motivate students.

- Willingness to learn new skills and techniques.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

- Driving license and access to own transport is desirable.

The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:

-Your own dedicated SEND Consultant (Emma) who is a fully qualified SEND Teacher and SENCO with a combined total of 15 years' experience within the Education sector. I will support, advise, and guide you through the registration process to securing a role that considers your current needs and development goals.

-24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone/text/email - That can answer any arising questions or needs. Additionally, I understand that there can be challenging days within the role and I can be a non-judgemental listening ear.

-Exclusive access to our Professional Learning Specialists - We offer several SEND courses such as Autism Awareness, De-escalation Practices, An introduction to the role of a Teaching Assistant and Behaviour management. All our courses are completely free and will help you to upskill your understanding and approach.

-Competitive rates of pay. You feeling valued in your role is important to us, we will ensure that you are paid a competitive rate of pay for the role you are completing.

-Minimal administration (no time sheets!) - At Simply Education we pride ourselves in making the process easier for you as candidates. We process all timesheets for you ensuring the pay is always on time.

-Email and SMS verification of bookings - For all bookings you will receive a booking confirmation and directs to the school. You will also have access to an online diary system where you can view your bookings and update your availability.

-150 referral scheme - If you refer a friend to us, you will receive a 100 amazon voucher, and your friend will receive a 50 amazon voucher following the successful completion of 10 days.

If you are a passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant who is committed to supporting students who have become disconnected with their learning, please apply today.

Please click 'apply now' and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, for an informal chat about the 1:1 Teaching Assistant role please contact Emma Bloore, SEND Recruitment Consultant at our Cheshire office in Nantwich.

Your consultant will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview (online or face-to-face) and to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including a full application form. All candidates who register with Simply Education will also have 2 years referencing taken up and will be required to have an enhanced DBS check completed. All offers are conditional pending the completion of all relevant checks.

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