Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational staffing agency is seeking Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants in Chesterfield. The role involves working 1:1 with a child exhibiting challenging behavior and requires Level 2 or 3 qualifications, along with experience in personal care and child protection. Candidates must have good communication skills and be capable of supporting students both individually and in small groups. In return, competitive pay and continuous support will be provided.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme up to £200

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 2 or 3 qualifications or 6 months experience in education.
• Experience in personal care is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with a child with challenging behavior.
• Support students in their education on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Complete enhanced DBS check and provide references.

Skills

Level 2 or 3 qualified

Personal Care experience

Calm and patient demeanor

Good communication skills

Understanding of child protection and safeguarding

Experience supporting students 1:1

Job description

A wonderful school based in Chesterfield have an opportunity arising for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. The role will entail working 1:1 with a child with challenging behaviour. SEND experience is required.

The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following:

• Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment
• Personal Care experience
• A calm, patient and caring personal
• Good communication skills
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
• Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child and Adult DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references.

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 £200 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.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: (url removed)

CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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