SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Stretford Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Stretford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support secondary students with complex needs. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who require additional support due to conditions like Autism and ADHD. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create a safe and inclusive environment, promoting both educational and personal development. With opportunities for ongoing training and a commitment to improving life chances for young people, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference. Join a supportive community and embark on a fulfilling career journey today.

Benefits

Top Rates of Pay

Access to CPD Courses

Generous Referral Scheme

Full Interview Preparation

Ongoing Support

User-friendly Online Portal

Free Networking Events

Qualifications

• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Provide a CV with a full history and references.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary aged pupils with Special Needs in small groups or 1:1.
• Collaborate with SEN team, parents, and other professionals.

Skills

Engaging Young People

Calmness and Resilience

Supporting Special Needs

Collaboration with Professionals

Education

DBS on Update Service

Previous School-Based Experience

Job description

Tradewind are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to work with Complex needs.

Position:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Trafford, Stretford (M32)

Setting:

Special Needs school supporting both Primary and Secondary ages.

Contract:

Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm (could turn permanent for the right person).

Salary:

Up to £95/day (DOE).

Are you a natural when it comes to engaging and motivating young people? Are you calm and resilient when dealing with challenging behaviours? If so, then this school needs you!

Role:

Supporting secondary aged pupils in small groups or 1:1 with Special Needs, including Autism, ADHD or Social, Emotional difficulties (SEMH) that can result in challenging behaviours.

Class sizes of no more than 10 students with at least two support staff in each.

Based at a secondary special needs school in the Trafford, Stretford (M32) area catering for young people aged 11-19 with significant and Complex Needs.

Promoting a safe, inclusive and fun working environment.

Collaborating with the SEN team, senior leaders, heads of departments, parents and carers, social workers, and other professionals in the child's multidisciplinary team.

Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Make a real difference to the quality of life and life chances of young people who need extra support the most.

Requirements:

To succeed in this Learning Support Assistant role, you must:

1. Have the legal right to work in the UK.
2. Provide a CV with a full history.
3. Have a DBS on the Update Service (or be prepared to get a new one).
4. Min of two professional references.
5. Overseas Police Checks (if applicable).
6. Previous school based experience.

Candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Secondary Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Support Worker, Youth Worker, Residential Support Worker, Sports Coach, Pastoral Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor or Behaviour Mentor will be considered.

Benefits of working via Tradewind:

1. Top rates of pay, as we attract the best education talent.
2. Great opportunity in education and training available!
3. Access to more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency including over 2,500 FREE courses with The National College.
4. A generous referral scheme to earn rewards for recommending friends.
5. Full interview preparation and assistance to boost your confidence and chances of success.
6. Ongoing support throughout your placement.
7. User-friendly Online Portal for easy timesheet management and availability updates.
8. Free social and networking events to connect with peers and consultants.

To be considered for this exciting Learning Support Assistant position or to learn more about similar opportunities in the area, please contact Kieran in our Manchester office at (phone number removed), email (url removed) or click APPLY above.

Join Tradewind and embark on a rewarding career journey today.