Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking an enthusiastic Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse needs across Wakefield schools. No prior school-based experience required; transferable skills from childcare, care work or sports coaching are welcomed.

You will help pupils access learning, build independence and enjoy a positive school experience. You will support students with autism, Down syndrome, Asperger's and SEMH needs, promoting inclusion and encouraging confidence,

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Experience with young people, whether professional, educational or personal.
• Patient, empathetic and understanding approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to different pupils, classrooms and learning environments.
• Confidence in using initiative and responding calmly to changing situations.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills and attend training.
• Basic Maths & English qualification.
• Previous experience in schools/youth work/care work/aiding children.
• DBS is required (we can help with this).

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, engagement and personal development that are SEN.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils manage challenging situations.
• Using your initiative to respond to pupils' changing needs throughout the school day.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, communication skills and independence.

Skills

Passion for helping children

Experience with young people

Patience

Flexibility

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Basic Maths & English

DBS

Education

Basic Maths & English qualification

Job description

Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education | Wakefield

Pay: £93.00-£115.00 per day, depending on experienceContract: Full-time, part-time and day-to-day supply opportunities available

The Role

Veritas Education is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and flexible Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistants to support a range of special educational needs schools across Wakefield.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to begin a career in education, gain valuable classroom experience or return to working in schools. You do not necessarily need previous school-based experience, as skills gained through childcare, care work, support work, sports coaching or other roles can be highly transferable!

You will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, Asperger's and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence and enjoy a positive school experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.

• Supporting pupils with their learning, engagement and personal development that are SEN.

• Promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils manage challenging situations.

• Using your initiative to respond to pupils' changing needs throughout the school day.

• Creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.

• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, communication skills and independence.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

• Some experience of working with young people, whether professionally, through education or in your personal life.

• A patient, empathetic and understanding approach.

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to different pupils, classrooms and learning environments.

• Confidence in using your initiative and responding calmly to changing situations.

• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and attend relevant training opportunities.

• Basic Maths & English qualification

• Previous experience in schools/ youth work/ care work/ aiding children

• DBS is required (we can help with this)

Why Choose Veritas Education:

• Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
• Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
• A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
• An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

• You must have legal right to work in the UK

• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'