Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (Physical Disabilities)

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

Job summary

A supporting educational institution in Chesterfield is looking for a passionate Learning Support Assistant for a short-term role, potentially leading to long-term placement. You will work with students across all Key Stages, focusing on those with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties, and challenging behaviors. Candidates should be Level 2 or 3 qualified with experience in educational settings and possess good communication skills. A calm and caring personality is essential. This role offers competitive pay and support from a dedicated team.

Benefits

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading pay rates

Referral scheme bonuses

Qualifications

• Essential to have experience in educational establishments.
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines is required.
• Experience supporting students in a 1:1 and small group basis is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work with students across all Key Stages with various diagnoses.
• Provide support with challenging behaviors and learning difficulties.

Skills

Calm and patient personality

Good communication skills

Experience with personal care and physical disabilities

Proactive thinking

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualified

Minimum 6 months experience in education

Job description

Overview

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school in Chesterfield S41, supporting recruitment for a Special Education Needs and Disabilities Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA. The setting focuses on pupil development, with progress sought academically and in emotional, social, and behavioural skills.

The school is seeking a passionate team player for a short-term role, with potential for a long-term placement for the right SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The successful candidate will bring new skills, be keen to develop to adapt to individual needs, and have a positive impact on the wider school.

Responsibilities

The position will involve working with students across all Key Stages with diagnosis of Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, and challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker who can take control of situations confidently is necessary.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months experience in an educational establishment
• A calm, patient and caring personality
• Experience with personal care & physical disabilities
• 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

Application requirements

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

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help with onboarding
• 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)

Notes

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance with no admin charges deducted from your pay.

How to apply

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Additional information

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check and ID checks and will require good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and 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 that our standards are exceptional. We are an equal opportunities employer and operate as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.