SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. In this fulfilling role, you will support students with special educational needs, helping them thrive in their learning environment. You'll work closely with experienced educators and have access to continuous professional development opportunities. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children while being part of a supportive and passionate team. If you're enthusiastic about education and ready to embrace a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Continuous career development opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Free accredited training

Weekly pay

Competitive daily rates

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with additional care needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with challenging behavior and additional care needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and preparing resources.

Skills

Experience with children with additional care needs

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm and caring personality

Ability to support challenging behavior

Education

Eligibility to work in the UK

Enhanced child DBS

Team Teach training

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)?

Do you have the dedication and enthusiasm to support students in their educational journey?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with special educational needs within our network of schools in Plymouth and the surrounding areas.

Randstad offers you these exciting Benefits:

• Continuous career development opportunities
• Your own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application process
• Free accredited training, both online and on-site
• TA support in classes
• Weekly pay and competitive daily rates
• Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend and is subject to terms and conditions

Benefits to you when working at this school:

• Working in a school with many great facilities, which provide a huge range of opportunities to support excellent learning and development of pupils
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team
• The opportunity for a permanent post and gain experience in the SEN sector
• Being part of a passionate team
• Additional accredited training/CPD - Commitment to your continuing professional development through free training including adverse childhood experiences, safeguarding, Team teaching, and working with Autism.

This role is best suited for individuals who can:

• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Support the teacher in delivering informative and engaging lessons
• Support students with challenging behavior
• Prepare for lessons (e.g. preparing resources, putting out equipment)
• Support with some of the pupils' additional care needs (e.g. feeding, toileting)
• Support the children in completing day-to-day tasks around the classroom and with their learning
• Ensure that pupils are safeguarded and supported

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

• Eligibility to work in UK
• Enhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to get one
• Experience working with children or young people with additional care needs
• 2 recent professional references
• Experience with challenging behaviors
• A calm & caring personality
• A strong and resilient personality and be committed to pupils' development
• Reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills
• Team Teach trained - or willing to attend training

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated, hardworking, and talented staff in an attractive and well-resourced learning environment, guided and supported by the class teacher and senior leadership team at a school with a clear vision that prioritizes the well-being of their students.

So Hurry! Apply now and start a wonderful career in Education with the support of Randstad!