ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or support worker who can support children in an SEN school in York.
The school is for children aged 11-16 years with a wide range of learning difficulties needs from Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) to Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). In addition to learning needs some pupils have sensory needs including visual impairments, hearing impairments and multi-sensory impairments; some pupils also have complex medical needs.
The school would like a dedicated and caring individual who can support children on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. Personal care may be involved. Located within York, the school is a short walk away from public transport.
The position is open to all experienced Teaching Assistants and support workers who have some experience in a similar role. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
Location York, North Yorkshire
Position SEN TA
Type of work Classroom and SEN support
Contract or position start date ASAP
Duration: Likely Duration Full academic Year
Full time/part time Full time
Minimum rate of pay £80per day
Hours 8:30am 3.30pm : Mon Fri (term time only)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in a similar setting
LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant/or equivalent and above is preferable
GCSE Maths and English and Computer literate
Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years
OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
This is About the school and should differentiate this school and the role from any other.
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Prospero Teaching
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
York, North Yorkshire YO1 7PX, England
£80 - £90 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or support worker for a school in York that caters to children aged 11-16 with various learning difficulties, including MLD, SLD, and ASC.
- The role involves providing 1:1 support or working with small groups, and may include personal care responsibilities.
- Candidates should have previous experience in a similar setting and preferably hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, along with GCSEs in Maths and English.
- The position offers a minimum pay rate of £80 per day and is expected to last for the full academic year, with the possibility of contract extension or a permanent offer based on performance.
- Interested applicants must hold the right to work in the UK and have an enhanced DBS certificate, and are encouraged to apply with an up-to-date CV.
