Youth Worker

Vision for Education - Nottingham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with complex learning needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications and demonstrate patience and strong communication skills. Join a rewarding environment that values each child's education and emotional well-being.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Free courses such as Team Teach

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND and communication difficulties.
• Demonstrated patience and empathy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex learning needs in 1:1 and small group settings.
• Collaborate with teachers and professionals to create individualized learning plans.
• Assist in managing classroom and pupils' learning.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

Are you currently working in care, education, social services, or as a support worker? Have you got experience in Youth Work? Ready to channel your skills into a rewarding educational role? Apply now! Your experience supporting individuals with diverse needs will make a significant impact

Job Overview:

To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching & senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist schools in Aylesbury. The role will be to work 1:1 and in small groups with children who have Complex and multiple learning needs. In this role, you will collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and professionals to create individualised learning plans, fostering a calm and supportive atmosphere that encourages each child to thrive both academically and personally. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging with students and adapting teaching strategies to meet their diverse needs. We value patience, understanding, and a flexible approach to learning, ensuring that each student feels valued and included. Ideal candidates will have significant experience working with children with special educational needs.

Requirements

The desired Candidate will have:

• Experience working with children with SEND and communication difficulties.
• Demonstrated patience and empathy in addressing diverse learning and behavioural challenges.
• Relevant qualifications and experience in education or related fields.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration with teachers, parents, and professionals.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Access to free courses such as Team Teach.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call Shannan Herridge on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)