Care Experienced Teaching Assistant. Job in Yorkshire Education & Training Jobs

Vision for Education - Leeds/Bradford; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in South Yorkshire is looking for a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with emotional and educational needs. The ideal candidate will have personal care experience and the ability to connect with students, particularly those from the care system. This role offers competitive pay and is perfect for someone dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Access to professional development

Qualifications

• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviours.
• Comfortable with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Assist students with emotional, social, and educational needs.
• Utilize personal experience of the care system to mentor pupils.

Skills

Effective communication

Behaviour management

De-escalation techniques

Job description

Overview

Care Experienced Teaching Assistant — Leeds — Full Time — £88.92 - £95 per day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications) — ASAP

The School and Role

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant with care experience to support students with a range of emotional, social, and educational needs. This role is ideal for someone who has personal experience of the care system and can use their insight to connect with, mentor, and support pupils especially those facing similar challenges. In this role, you\'ll be working closely with pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties, providing 1:1 and small group support to help them thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Requirements

The desired Teaching Assistant will have;

• Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to deal effectively with students presenting challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
• Experienced and comfortable with personal care
• Having a driving licence is desirable for this role

What we offer

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)