SEND Teaching Assistant. Job in Leicester Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for a special needs school in Leicester. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support students with Autism and various learning difficulties in a nurturing environment. You'll work closely with teachers and other assistants to ensure each child's needs are met, helping to create a positive learning atmosphere. With the chance to develop your skills through free training courses and a supportive team, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. Join us in this rewarding role and help shape the future of education!

Benefits

Top rates of pay

Access to 2,500 free training courses

Generous referral scheme

Full interview preparation

Holiday pay options

Free social and networking events

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience as a teaching assistant in a UK school.
• Teaching assistant qualifications beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and Learning Difficulties.
• Collaborate with class teachers and manage student behaviour.
• Implement Individual Education Plans.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Experience with Learning Difficulties

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Education

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you a teaching assistant with an interest in special education needs looking for opportunities in Leicester?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant.

This is a temporary full-time long-term supply role for a teaching assistant on an ongoing basis.

The Role

SEND Teaching Assistant at special needs school in Leicester

Five days a week 8.30am to 3.30pm

Supporting pupils with Autism, Learning Difficulties, Sensory & Communication Needs.

Working in small groups and 1:1.

Working collaboratively with the class teacher and other Teaching Assistants.

Managing emotions and behaviour so that teacher can focus on learning.

Supporting the class teacher in the implementation and progress of Individual Education Plans.

Liaising the outside professionals and parents when required.

Reporting on progress and incidents.

While an experienced SEND teaching assistant is preferred, the school are happy to consider applications from teaching assistants with experience of working with children with SEND in mainstream primary or secondary schools.

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

• A minimum of 3 months recent experience of working as a teaching assistant in a UK school supported by detailed references
• Teaching assistant qualifications would be beneficial but not essential
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks
• Provide a CV with full employment/education history included and any employment breaks must be explained
• Have the legal right to work full time in the UK with no restrictions

By registering with Tradewind, you will benefit from:

Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent

Access to over 2,500 free training courses, thanks to our partnership with The National College.

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 log your availability

Our payroll team are onsite in London. Not offshore, not through a third party. We don't leave candidate service or pay to chance.

Holiday pay - You choose if you want to be paid inclusive of holiday pay or bank this to claim in the school holidays.

Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

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To be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position, or to hear more about other roles for teaching assistant in Leicester City please call the Leicester office on (phone number removed), or email (url removed)