SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Oldham Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Oldham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team at a specialist school. This role involves working closely with students aged 11-19 who face significant learning difficulties and autism. The ideal candidate will have experience in similar settings or be a recent graduate in psychology. You will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to children, helping them overcome challenges and thrive in their learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while working in a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar educational setting is essential.
• Preferable to hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 11+ with complex behavioral needs.
• Provide classroom and SEN support on a 1:1 or small group basis.

Skills

Experience with children with learning difficulties

Therapeutic approach

Communication skills

Ability to support children 1:1

Education

LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching are looking for a Teaching Assistant with a therapeutic approach to work at a specialist school that supports students aged 11-19 years old with significant learning difficulties, autism and complex needs. The school is looking for someone who has supported in a similar setting or a recent graduate with a background in psychology. Alternatively, support workers from a learning difficulties background would be welcome to apply.

You will be supporting children aged 11+ years old with a number of additional behavioural needs, often classed as complex. Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and caring individual who can support children on a 1:1 basis or within small groups.

Located close to Failsworth, the school is easily accessed by public transport and major motorway networks.

The position is open to all experienced Teaching Assistants and support workers who have some experience in a similar role. Depending on performance, the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location - Oldham
• Position - SEN TA
• Type of work - Classroom and SEN support
• Contract or position start date - ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration - Long Term
• Contract or position end date (if applicable) - July 2025
• Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary - Permanent
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Minimum rate of pay - £100 per day
• Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm: Mon - Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a similar setting
• LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent and above is preferable
• GCSE Maths and English and Computer literate
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.