SEN TA

Randstad Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is looking for dedicated teaching assistants in Manchester. You will support pupils with Social and Emotional Mental Health needs in both alternative and mainstream schools. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 or 3 teaching assistant qualification and experience working with children. This role emphasizes nurturing and teamwork, providing a chance to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Ongoing employment support

Free CPD courses

Personal consultant assistance

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with children from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable working with children who need extra support.
• Confidence in behavior management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in various school settings.
• Engage pupils in lessons and activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other assistants.

Skills

Communication with children

Behaviour management

Building self-esteem

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or 3 teaching assistant qualification

3 months UK classroom experience

Job description

Overview

Do you have a passion for bettering young people's lives?

Can you see yourself improving the educational future of pupils who require a higher level, with the ability to build rapport with a range of learners?

Have you got experience in a support or care role and fancy transferring your skills into the classroom?

Then you would be great working with children who may have Social and Emotional Mental Health needs or Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties within an alternative education provision or mainstream school.

The current times have given people a good opportunity to take the plunge into a line of work they truly enjoy. If you are enthusiastic about supporting children and young people we would love to hear from you. We have teaching assistant roles available a range of schools across Manchester including both alternative provisions and mainstream schools depending on your preferences.

Responsibilities

We have teaching assistant roles available across a range of schools in Manchester, including alternative provisions and mainstream schools, depending on preferences.

Requirements

• the ability to communicate with children from diverse backgrounds
• be comfortable working with children who may have faced struggles in School and require that extra support
• confidence in behaviour management skills
• the ability to guide children in building their self-esteem and confidence
• a nurturing and trusting nature
• the ability to engage the pupils in the lesson or activity ahead
• work in a team with the teacher or teaching assistants

Ideal qualifications

• Experience supporting learners on a one to one / small group basis
• At least 3 months UK classroom experience
• Level 2 or 3 teaching assistant qualification
• Experience working with individuals with SEMH including autism/ ADHD

Benefits

• gain meaningful work relationships with like-minded staff
• make a difference in young peoples lives and better their future
• ongoing Randstad employment support tailored to you
• free CPD courses
• your personable Randstad consultant to guide you through your placement

To hear more about how you can become part of the education sector difference in Manchester, click APPLY or email your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] or call 0161 200 1904 and the team can answer any questions you may have.