SEND Teaching Assistant

Academic Appointments Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in an inner-city Secondary school in East Leeds. The successful applicant will support students with special educational needs to develop their communication skills in a nurturing environment. Prior experience is essential, along with an enhanced DBS certificate. This position offers a competitive salary and the potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Recommend a friend scheme

Re-registration bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with Children with SEND.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (help available).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• 2 references (including your last employer).

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing communication skills.
• Assist teachers in the classroom.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive environment.

Skills

Experience with Children with SEND

Excellent communication skills

Proactive

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an SEND Teaching Assistant to work in an inner-city Secondary school in East Leeds. This is a full-time placement and will be to start as soon as possible, with a potential to be made permanent.

About the Academy

This Academy, based in is an environment where Teachers have carefully considered ways to help pupils express themselves in a fluent and articulate way. The school's work to develop pupils' oracy has been externally recognised. All pupils are encouraged to discuss topics, share their thoughts and contribute to the life of the school.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with Children with SEND
• Enhanced DBS certificate (we can help with this of not)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Pro active and can work in a fast-paced environment
• 2 x references (including your last employer)

Rate of pay is dependent on current grade, experience and payroll method.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing.

We offer a recommend a friend scheme and re-registration bonus.

Policies, including our 'Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy', can be found on our website.

Academic Appointments Limited acts as an employment agency and employment business.

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