SEN Teaching Assistants

Tradewind Recruitment; Higham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking Teaching Assistants in Higham to support students with special educational needs, particularly ASD. Responsibilities include aiding learning, promoting positive behaviour, and assisting in activities. Ideal candidates will provide personal care, possess excellent communication skills, and have a patient, caring approach. Applicants must drive and have access to a vehicle. This role offers competitive pay and support in achieving necessary certifications.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate with weekly pay

Access to over 2,000 FREE CPD courses

Supportive school placement

Opportunity to make a real difference

Assistance with Enhanced DBS application

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive and have access to own vehicle.
• Experience with ASD preferred.
• Willingness to undergo background checks, including Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning across subjects.
• Work with small groups or 1:1 to help pupils access lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and resilience in pupils.
• Assist in organising experiential activities.

Skills

Experience supporting children with special educational needs

Strong communication skills

Caring and patient approach

Flexibility and proactive attitude

Job description

Teaching Assistants needed near Higham

Full-time positions - (phone number removed)pm

MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE

88.94 per day

Tradewind is recruiting! We work with various SEN schools near the Higham area, who provide specialist education for children and young people aged 5-18 with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). We would like a TA to have an approach that emphasises confidence, resilience and success. We are recruiting for both primary and secondary SEN positions.

Role & Responsibilities

As a TA you will:

• Support pupils' learning across a range of subjects within our bespoke curriculum.
• Work with small groups or 1:1, helping pupils access lessons and activities and make progress.
• Support pupils with ASC by liaising with class teachers, therapists and other staff to deliver the therapeutic approach integral to our school ethos.
• Assist in organising and supervising experiential activities (e.g., forest-school, STEM workshops) that are a key part of the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and resilience in our pupils, helping them develop social, emotional and learning skills.
• Work in partnership with parents, carers and the wider school team to support pupils' progress and well-being.
• Contribute to creating a safe, happy, inclusive and inspirational place to learn.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate with weekly pay.
• Access to over 2,000 FREE CPD courses through our exclusive partnership with the National College.
• Supportive school placement with experienced staff and ongoing supervision.
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives.
• Full assistance with applying for an Enhanced DBS and guidance through vetting processes. You would need an enhanced child only DBS - if you need a new one it costs 62 and we will pay you back the 62 once you have completed 20 days of work for us.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Who We're Looking For

• Candidates with experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs, particularly ASD.
• A caring, patient, and flexible approach with a genuine passion for inclusive education.
• Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and feeding.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Willingness to undergo all necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS (child workforce) - support provided.
• Driver with access to own vehicle.

Apply Now!

If you're ready to start or continue a rewarding career in SEN education, we want to hear from you. Join our team of compassionate Learning Support Assistants near Higham and help transform lives.

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