SEN Teaching Assistant

Engage Partners Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal pay to permanent employees

Dedicated consultant support

Free professional development training

Referral bonus

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an exceptional SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse learning needs. This role involves working closely with learners facing challenges like Autism and ADHD, using tailored strategies to enhance their educational experience. The position offers the chance for long-term employment based on performance, along with competitive pay and professional development opportunities. Join a dedicated team that values your contribution and supports your growth in a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with complex needs is essential.
• Ability to engage students through various teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Support learners one-on-one, especially those with complex needs.
• Work collaboratively with support staff to enhance learning.

Skills

Behaviour Management Techniques

Engagement Strategies

Communication Skills

Resilience

Education

Experience with SEN Learners

Job description

Engage Education are currently working in partnership with a primary school in LS26 who are looking for an outstanding SEN Teaching Assistant with Makaton experience to join them on a long term temporary basis. If the role goes well there is the potential for this to turn into a permanent assignment.

Your Role:

• Supporting learners on a one-to-one basis often with complex learning needs
• Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class
• Providing feedback to teachers and parents
• Assisting pupils with Complex Communication and Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities

What you will need:

• A range of behaviour management techniques
• Experience working with learners with a range of needs
• The ability to engage a young person in learning through various methods
• Commitment to working at the school for an extended period
• A resilient attitude

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
• £150 referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 10 days or more.

How to apply:

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below – or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened – you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

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