Teaching Assistant - West Sussex

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

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Dedicated consultant

Dynamic school

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs and ASD in West Sussex. The role is long-term and starts as soon as possible; DBS processing can be arranged if not already held.

You will join a friendly, professional team in a setting that values inclusion, diversity and strong community links. Prior primary education experience is advantageous, and the candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the UK.
• DBS Disclosure required or can be processed.
• Experience in primary education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs and ASD in a school setting.
• Develop positive and caring relationships with pupils and families.
• Work as part of a dedicated team to promote inclusion and opportunities for every child.

Skills

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Team player

Empathetic

Positive relationships

Commitment to school

SEN support

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning is currently looking for a SEND (Complex needs/ASD) Teaching Assistant based in West Sussex. The role is a long-term position starting as soon as possible. Ideally, we're looking for candidates with a valid DBS however, we can assist in processing one should you not have a certificate.

We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with children and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion & cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every child, then this role could be for you.

Teaching Assistant - Requirements

• Good organisational skills, as well as flexibility and willing to work as part of a team.
• A passionate, empathetic and patient nature with a nurturing and inclusive approach to children and their families.
• The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children
• A positive person who can work as part of a dedicated team and is able to offer commitment to the life of our school community.
• The ability to support a child with specific learning difficulties and some understanding and knowledge of different kinds of SEN including ASD, SLD, PMLD
• Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting children in a school setting would be an advantage.

What's in it for you as a Teaching assistant

• 95 - 130 per day
• Rewarding role
• 8:15 - 16:00 hours
• ASAP start
• The chance to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking school
• Free CPD and team teach training in partnership with Empowering Learning
• A consultant dedicated to you

Teaching Assistant Job Requirements

• Legal right to work in the UK
• Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, or overseas Police clearances (if applicable)
• Primary Education experience

Here at Empowering Learning, we don't only offer excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to work with a consultant with the experience and ability to find you the perfect next career move.