SEND TA (Specialist setting)

Randstad Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education recruitment agency is seeking compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants in Leeds to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The role involves working with students and therapists, implementing specific education plans, and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives. The ideal candidate has experience with complex SEND, strong communication skills, and relevant training certification.

Benefits

Fair and competitive wage

Personal consultant support

Access to training opportunities

£300 shopping vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in an educational or care setting.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.
• Legal right to work in the UK without any restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers and therapists on bespoke Education, Health and Care Plans.
• Provide tailored academic and emotional support to pupils.
• Use specialist communication aids to facilitate learning.

Skills

Experience working with children with complex SEND

Strong communication skills

Exceptional resilience and patience

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Team Teach training

Job description

Do you have the patience and expertise to support pupils with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?

Can you provide a consistent, calming presence that helps students with intricate needs feel secure and understood?

Are you looking for a truly rewarding role where your unique skills can make a profound difference?

If so, we want to hear from you! Randstad Education is building a talent pool of dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistants for a variety of roles within specialist SEND settings in the Leeds area. We\'re looking for individuals to fill both day-to-day and long-term positions, offering you the flexibility to find the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist setting, your role is crucial to the well-being and progress of every pupil. You will be responsible for:

• Working with teachers and therapists to carry out bespoke Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) that address specific and complex needs.

• Offering tailored academic, social, and emotional support to pupils with a wide range of needs, including autism, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), or severe learning difficulties (SLD).

• Utilising specialist communication aids and techniques, such as Makaton, PECS, or visual timetables, to facilitate learning and engagement.

• Being a trusted and consistent figure for pupils, helping them to feel safe, respected, and ready to learn.

• Vigilantly ensuring the safety and well-being of all pupils, adhering to all school safeguarding protocols.

Requirements:

To be successful in this specialist role, you must have:

• Demonstrable experience working with children with complex or specific SEND in an educational or care setting.

• An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).

• The legal right to work in the UK without any restrictions.

• Specific training in areas like Team Teach, Makaton, PECS, or similar strategies is highly desirable.

• Exceptional resilience, patience, and a calm, compassionate demeanour.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils and helping them achieve their potential.

Why Work With Randstad?

As a leading recruitment agency in the education sector, we offer:

• We ensure you are paid a fair, competitive wage for your valuable work.

• You\'ll have a personal consultant to guide you and support you throughout your placements.

• Access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you grow your career.

• Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every successful referral of a teacher or teaching assistant.

• We work with a wide range of schools, giving you access to diverse and rewarding opportunities.

Don\'t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply today and take the next step in your career.

For additional information, you can contact the Leeds team at [e-mail] or call 01132462500.