SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Trafford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible supply work

Competitive pay rates

Short-term and long-term placements

Experience across SEN settings

Dedicated education consultant support

Opportunities to develop your sector経験

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic Supply SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils across specialist schools in Manchester. This flexible role offers day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements, with ongoing support from an education consultant.

Ideal candidates have experience with SEN, a patient and caring approach, and strong teamwork skills. DBS checks and safeguarding compliance are part of the application process.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• Patience, caring and resilient approach.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible attitude and ability to adapt to different school settings.
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and help pupils develop social, emotional and communication skills.
• Support pupils with daily classroom routines and encourage independence.
• Adapt to different classroom environments and respond to pupils' individual needs.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Job description

Supply SEN Teaching Assistant - Trafford, Manchester

Flexible Supply Opportunities

We are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Supply SEN Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and are looking for flexible supply work. Whether you have previous experience in a specialist SEN setting or are looking to develop your skills in special education, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

• Provide support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required.

• Promote positive behaviour and help pupils develop their social, emotional and communication skills.

• Support pupils with their daily classroom routines and encourage independence.

• Adapt to different classroom environments and respond to pupils' individual needs.

• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.

• A patient, caring and resilient approach.

• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A flexible attitude and the ability to adapt to different school settings.

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.

What We Offer

• Flexible supply work to suit your availability.

• Competitive rates of pay.

• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placement opportunities.

• Experience working across a range of specialist SEN settings.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

• Opportunities to develop your experience within the education sector.

Location: Manchester

Position: Supply SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Flexible supply, with day-to-day and longer-term opportunities available.

If you are a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work supporting pupils with additional needs, we would love to hear from you!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, in line with statutory requirements.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'