Teaching Assistant

Esland; Congleton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing exceptional education for vulnerable children. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This rewarding position allows you to foster positive relationships and contribute to their development. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children while advancing your career. Embrace the chance to join a team that values collaboration and innovation!

Benefits

Commitment to professional development

A supportive, inclusive working environment

Enrolment into Esland pension scheme

Paid induction training and ongoing training

Opportunities for career growth

Cycle to work scheme

£500 bonus via 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Monthly recognition awards

Access to employee discounts

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Experience with post-16 support, ASD, and ADHD is advantageous.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to childcare development and effective delivery.
• Observe and record behaviour of young people.
• Collaborate with professionals such as Therapists.

Skills

GCSE Level including Math, English & Science

Teaching assistant experience

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Self-motivated with high commitment

Full manual driving license

Education

Teaching assistant qualification

Job description

Department: Education

Location: Daven School

Compensation: £21,279 - £23,908 / year

Description

Would you be interested in working as part of a collaborative team, providing the best access to education for our young vulnerable children?

Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career!

We are looking for highly motivated and creative SEN teaching assistants to join our growing, highly valued team.

At Esland Daven School, we offer high-quality education to 7 to 18-year-olds with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), primarily focusing on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

Using our Turning the Curve model, we support vulnerable young people to "turn the curve" on their past experiences and build towards a positive new chapter.

We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!

What we need from you:

We are seeking patient and consistent teaching assistants who can work independently, take initiative, and develop purposeful, strong relationships with children, staff, and parents. Experience with post-16 support, ASD, and ADHD would be advantageous but is not essential.

The duties of a Teaching Assistant include (but are not limited to):

• Contributing to the development and effective delivery of childcare, managing processes and procedures in line with the company's philosophy
• Being alert to signs of distress or abuse
• Talking and listening to young people, observing and recording behaviour when necessary
• Contributing to and implementing care planning, reviews, and meetings
• Attending and contributing to supervisions and staff meetings, ensuring smooth handovers and adherence to reporting guidelines
• Being prepared to physically intervene and restrain young people (following appropriate training)
• Undertaking tasks as directed by the HLTA or Headteacher to support young people and manage pupil risk during educational activities
• Participating in outdoor and indoor activities with young people
• Preparing and presenting displays of student work
• Collaborating with professionals such as Therapists and Occupational Therapists, Residential Care Workers, as necessary

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Disclosure, right to work, and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company covers the costs).

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise:

• GCSE Level including Math, English & Science
• Teaching assistant experience (highly desirable)
• Teaching assistant qualification (desirable)
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Self-motivated with high commitment
• Full manual driving license (desirable due to activities/location)

What we can offer:

• Commitment to professional development
• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme
• Paid induction training and ongoing training (accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training)
• Opportunities for career growth; over 50 colleagues promoted last year
• Cycle to work scheme
• £500 bonus via 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Access to employee discounts via E-Together
• A day off for your birthday
• Access to a free holiday home in the Peak District
• The chance to make a real difference in a child's life