Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; Morley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in Leeds. Roles are 1:1 or small group support, starting ASAP, 8.30–3.30, temp to perm. You will assist in classrooms and with off-site activities, supporting children with autism and challenging behaviours.

Ideal candidates will have experience with special needs, strong communication skills, and a patient, collaborative approach to fostering inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement IEPs for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Patience

Team collaboration

Organisation

Behaviour management

Job description

Empowering Learning are working with a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in Leeds who are seeking Teaching Assistants to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start ASAP and hours of work will be 8.30 - 3.30 and the roles are temp to perm.

The school caters for Primary pupils supporting Children with Autism and Challenging Behaviours and communication needs.

You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities.

Duties

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

• Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs and challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of special education practices and strategies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards working with children.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of toddler care and development is a plus.

This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to supporting the educational needs of students. The teaching assistant will work closely with the lead teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs, is essential. Strong communication skills are also important for effectively collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues. The ability to adapt to different situations and handle challenging behaviours is crucial.