SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in Okehampton. You will work closely with a dedicated team, assisting in classroom activities and ensuring a nurturing environment. The role offers numerous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real impact on students' lives. Apply now to kickstart your career in education!

Benefits

Continuous career development opportunities

Weekly pay and competitive daily rates

Free accredited training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
• Recent experience working with children or young people.
• Ability to prepare resources and support educational tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one or in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Help students with challenging behavior.
• Prepare for lessons and support additional care needs.

Skills

Experience with children with additional care needs

Calm & caring personality

Ability to support with challenging behaviors

Strong communication skills

Team Teach trained or willing to train

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!