Special Needs Classroom Assistant

Leader Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Special Needs Classroom Assistant to support students with severe learning difficulties at a secondary school in Sunderland. The role involves providing assistance in classroom activities and ensuring the individual needs of students are met. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a compassionate personality, and a passion for supporting vulnerable children. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and opportunities for permanent placement.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme: £100 per referral

Free CPD including Team Teach

Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Potential permanent contract after qualifying period

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in an educational environment is desirable.
• Knowledgeable understanding of different types of SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
• Work alongside children with Severe Learning Difficulties and/or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Job description

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Leader Education are recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to work at a small Secondary school based in Sunderland. This school caters for young people aged 11 to 19 years old who may have Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and/or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The ideal candidate will have some experience working alongside children with SEND in an educational environment and have a true passion for supporting vulnerable children.

This schools most recent Ofsted report was presented as "Good" as it continues to be a warm and welcoming special academy with a high focus on aiming to meet the individual needs of all students and families.

The normal working pattern is Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:00pm and is a long-term position given a successful trial.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• An enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to support the pupil accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities
• A knowledgeable understanding of the different types of Special, Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) some children are faced with
• A compassionate personality and values honesty, inclusivity and respect
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
  
  

Leader Education Can Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD including Team Teach
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period
  
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience and qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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