SEND Teaching Assistant

Long-term Teachers Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable special school in Hereford is seeking a dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to support students with special needs in a KS1 class. The role requires immediate availability and experience working with SEND. Candidates will receive exceptional support from Long-term Teachers throughout the application process.

Benefits

Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities

Permanent job roles

Support during clearance and onboarding

Interview preparation and support

Statutory employment rights, including sick pay, holiday pay, maternity, and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND is essential.
• Ideal candidates should be versatile, patient, proactive, and confident.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher as needed in a KS1 class of Complex Needs students.
• Be prepared to adapt depending on experience of the applicant.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Versatility

Patience

Confidence

Proactivity

Job description

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• Wide range of special needs & disabilities

I'm working on behalf of a brilliant special school in the Hereford area that is looking for a full-time TA to join the team, ideally with an immediate start.

The school cares for a wide range of special needs & disabilities, including SLD, MLD, Complex Needs & ASD. The school is highly respected in the area and has been established for many years!

The role

The school seeks versatile, patient, proactive, and confident individuals experienced in working with SEND. The TA's primary responsibility is to support the class teacher as needed. Currently, the vacancy is within a KS1 class of Complex Needs students, but this may change depending on the applicant's experience.

It is essential that candidates have some experience working with SEND, as the school needs someone who can start immediately. Applications from part-time candidates are welcome, provided they have excellent experience.

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools.

LTT was founded to provide a genuine, transparent, and straightforward service to help candidates find their next role. We focus on delivering exceptional support, where you will be listened to, supported, and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will understand your experience, skills, and ideal role. You will receive regular updates on your application progress, compliance, and tailored job opportunities.

We are proud members of the REC, ensuring high standards of compliance. Working with us means you will receive comprehensive support during the clearance process from your dedicated in-house compliance team.

Additionally, you will benefit from:

• Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities
• Permanent job roles
• Support during clearance and onboarding
• Working to Agency Workers Regulations
• Interview preparation and support
• Statutory employment rights, including sick pay, holiday pay, maternity, and paternity pay