SEND Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational agency as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Salford! This role offers a unique opportunity to support children with special needs in a nurturing environment. You'll work collaboratively with a dedicated team to ensure each student reaches their full potential, adapting your approach to meet diverse needs. With a focus on inclusivity and teamwork, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience of young learners. Enjoy competitive pay, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive community that values your contributions. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Top rates of pay

Free online CPD courses

Generous referral scheme

Interview preparation assistance

Online portal for timesheets

Free social events

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special needs is essential.
• Must have an enhanced DBS certificate and legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special needs in a classroom environment.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to create an inclusive learning space.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Experience with Special Needs

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Professional References

Job description

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We are recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant in Salford!

Tradewind Recruitment are looking for a Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children or young adults with special needs and someone is passionate that all young people should have access to an excellent learning environment that helps them reach their full potential and improve their life chances, no matter there obstacles.

Role - SEND Teaching Assistant at special needs high school in Manchester.

Times - Monday to Friday 8:15am-3:15pm.

Contract - Start ASAP, full time, possible temporary to permanent for right person.

Pay - Up to £90/day for first 12 weeks, pay review at 13th week. Paid PAYE via Tradewind.

The School & Pupils

• Special Needs high school in Salford,
• All students have an EHCP for Autism, SEMH & Learning, Communication or Sensory needs.
• Most students working at lower levels than expected for their age.
• Class sizes of no more than 8 pupils including TA support.
• Long standing & supportive management.
• Collaborative teamwork atmosphere.
• Welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Excellent facilities & resources that help enable & enhace their holistic curriculum offer.
• Easily accessible by car, bus or train or tram.

Benefits of working through Tradewind

• Top rates of pay paid PAYE via Tradewind, we don't use Umbrella pay companies.
• More FREE online CPD courses than any other agency as a result of our exclusive partnership with The National College who also support over 45,000 education settings nationwide.
• A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a reward.
• Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.
• A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and for logging your availability.
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants.

Requirements

• Positive disposition with a teamwork nature.
• Able to adapt approach to meet the differing needs of each student in your class.
• Students are grouped by similar needs and levels rather than by age.
• Manage challenging behaviour and emotions.
• Working collaboratively with other Teaching Assistants, management, parents and outside agencies.
• Must promote a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

To join us and be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Salford, you will need to:

• Have an enhanced DBS certificate that is on the Update Service (or be happy to pay for a new one).
• Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable).
• Minimum of two professional references checks.
• Provide a CV with full education & work.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Some experience supporting children with special needs.

A bit more about Tradewind...

• As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we're committed to putting candidates & staff first
• We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our temp staff
• Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request)
• More free CPD courses than any other education agency via our exclusive partnership with The National College
• Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer