SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Calverley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call support

Guaranteed pay scheme

CPD courses

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in Leeds primary schools. The role is a temporary supply position with potential for permanent placement for the right candidate, working 1:1 with pupils and contributing to both academic and emotional development.

You will need experience with SEND, the ability to work across different settings, excellent behaviour management, and a patient, caring approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND/additional needs
• Experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Flexibility to work across different Primary School settings
• Caring and patient approach to supporting young people

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis across Primary Schools in Leeds.
• Contribute to both academic and emotional development of pupils.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Positive attitude

Excellent communication

Behaviour management

Flexibility across settings

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis?

Are you patient, resilient and passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential?

Do you have a caring and adaptable approach to working across different primary school settings?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of welcoming Primary Schools across Leeds who are looking to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant. These schools are passionate about creating inclusive learning environments and are committed to supporting children with a range of additional needs through nurturing and engaging support strategies.

The schools are looking to take on a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant on a temporary supply basis, with opportunities for permanent placements for the right SEND Teaching Assistant. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis across Primary Schools in Leeds, working with children with a variety of additional needs and supporting both academic and emotional development.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children with SEND / additional needs
• Experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis
• A positive and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Flexibility to work across different Primary School settings
• A caring and patient approach to supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.