"Teaching is a work of heart, especially when it comes to supporting special learners."
Are you interested in a full-time position as a SEN Teaching Assistant that offers exceptional training prospects and the chance to advance in your career?
Do you have a strong passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)?
Do you have the patience, empathy, and commitment to assist students on their educational path?
If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an SEN Teaching Assistant!
This is a forward-thinking Special Needs school is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join the team immediately. This full-time position within our KS2-3 Department involves providing support to learners on a 1:1, small group, and whole-class basis. The school caters to students aged 2 to 16 with mixed abilities and Profound and Multiple learning difficulties. Committed to meeting the unique needs of each child, this school recently earned a rating of Good with elements of outstanding from OFSTED, reflecting its dedication and innovative child development strategies.
The school is dedicated to offering a balanced curriculum that supports communication, social, personal, and educational needs, utilizing the 'Routes for Learning' program. With state-of-the-art facilities, including sensory rooms and trampolines for rebound therapy, It strives for excellence in providing the best possible education for all our learners.
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Benefits:
... - Caring and dedicated co-workers
- Access to a free CPD course and Safeguarding Training from Randstad
- An opportunity to work with children with additional needs.
- A competitive 'Recommend a friend' bonus worth up to £300 (T&C apply)
- Full-time/Fixed-term contract
- Access to modern resources and equipment, including interactive whiteboards and iPads
- Superb and spacious classrooms and grounds
- Ample opportunities for career progression, from Senior Teaching Assistant to skill development and various specializations (therapies, inclusion support, etc.)
Responsibilities:
- Support learners individually, in small groups, and in whole-class settings.
- Create a warm, caring, and supportive environment for students, fostering a sense of safety and enjoyment in their learning journey.
- Contribute to delivering high-quality, challenging, and tailored educational activities that align with a diverse and comprehensive curriculum.
- Aim to help pupils reach their full potential across all areas of learning.
- Support KS1-KS3 SEN learners on a 1:1, small group, and classroom basis
- Communicate with parents and carers regarding pupils' progress, and actively participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and whole-school training events.
Requirements:
- Relevant childcare experience (voluntary or paid) (Must be able to provide references)
- Experience working or volunteering with SEN (desirable)
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
- Eligibility to work in the UK (No sponsorship provided)
- Enhanced DBS
- All experience levels considered; ideal candidates are flexible, resilient, and have a positive approach to supporting learners with SEN (direct SEN experience not essential)
- Relevant experience/knowledge of UK SEN settings (desirable)
If this is the opportunity you have been looking for, then don't wait any longer-Apply today!
For additional details about this position, feel free to get in touch with Arshad at 01293 527416 or email me at mohd.arshad@randstad.co.uk.
