Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant in York. This role involves supporting pupils in a nurturing environment, ensuring their time in school is productive and beneficial. The ideal candidate will have recent experience working with children or young people and possess a patient, empathetic attitude. The position offers full-time hours, with part-time options available for the right candidates. Join a highly inclusive school community that values diversity and equality, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Excellent weekly pay via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in school, nursery, or childcare settings within the last 2 years.
• Valid references from previous roles required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to ensure a beneficial and productive school experience.
• Display a nurturing and empathetic attitude towards students.

Skills

Experience with children or young people

Empathy and patience

Ability to provide valid references

Education

Relevant childcare or education qualifications

Job description

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Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, York

Client:

Vision for Education

Location:

York, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9f402b413377

Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

About the role

We work with SEND Schools in York as a first port of call for their temporary, permanent, and cover needs for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. All work is between Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm. Full-time roles are ideal, but part-time supply may be available for the right candidates.

Your daily routine will involve supporting pupils to make their time in school beneficial and productive, ensuring they are not displaying triggers or signs of unease. A nurturing, patient, and empathetic attitude is essential.

About the school

The schools serve a diverse range of young people, all unique and important. They pride themselves on being highly inclusive and equal environments.

Requirements

To be considered, you should:

• Have recent experience (within the last 2 years) working with children or young people in a school, nursery, childcare, youth work, play, or care setting.
• Be able to provide valid references from these roles.

All staff undergo thorough checks, including an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency committed to supporting young people's learning and development. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND staff.

Salary depends on experience, training, or qualifications, with recent experience in relevant settings required.

What we offer

• Excellent weekly pay via PAYE.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions).
• Pension contributions after a qualifying period.
• Compliance with AWR regulations.
• Free professional development training.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant.

We welcome applications from all community sections, promoting equality and diversity.