Teaching assistant (SEND)

Five Education; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free specialized training

Free DBS (refunded after 20 days)

Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Job summary

A special education provider in Shepton Mallet is seeking a teaching assistant to support students with additional needs, including ASC and ADHD. The role involves one-on-one and group support to create a fun and accessible curriculum while ensuring the safety and well-being of students. Essential requirements include the right to work in the UK and a current DBS check. The provider offers training opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Able to provide recent references.
• Current DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support students in making the curriculum accessible.
• Ensure students' safety at all times.
• Help students develop self-regulation skills.

Skills

Supporting students 1:1

Developing social skills

Collaborative working

Job description

Overview

Five Education is currently recruiting teaching assistants to work in an inclusive, welcoming special school in Shepton Mallet. The role will involve supporting students with a variety of additional needs, such as ASC, Down syndrome, ADHD and SEMH difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students both 1:1 and in small groups by making the curriculum accessible and fun
• Always ensuring the safety and well-being of students including at break and lunch times
• Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and other staff members to address the individual needs of students

Working hours

The hours are 8:30 until 3:30, and full time availability is preferred although applicants will be considered providing they are able to work at least twice per week.

Essential requirements

• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
• Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working

Pay and vetting

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

Equality and application

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

How to apply

Contact Joseph on (phone number removed) / (url removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.