SEN - Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate and patient individual?

Do you have a strong passion for creating a positive educational experience for children with additional needs?

Do you take pleasure in building positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents or caregivers?

If so, we have an exciting new opportunity for you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant ready to provide support to young children in a classroom setting spanning from KS1 to KS4. Your responsibilities will involve assisting children aged 5-16 during working hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The school is conveniently located near Leeds city centre. As consultants at Randstad, we aim to align your expectations for the perfect role with what our client is seeking in the ideal candidate. You can anticipate consistent communication throughout the registration process, with quick responses to any inquiries you may have.

The school is committed to upholding inclusive values that promote tolerance and respect among all individuals within the school and the broader community. They are seeking a patient individual who is confident in assisting a diverse range of additional needs.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Make learning enjoyable and interactive.
• Facilitate children's learning in both 1:1 and small group settings.
• Ability to share information and maintain professional communication with the class teacher.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and effective communication skills when working with children.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual needs.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies for promoting positive behaviour.

Requirements:

• Experience and skills in working with pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs, employing strategies to ensure engaging and inclusive learning.
• High expectations, commitment, and enthusiasm for both the personal and educational development of all pupils.
• An Enhanced DBS check or readiness to obtain one through Randstad.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (No sponsorship provided).

Benefits:

• Working with inspirational pupils who are respectful, creative, and resilient.
• Support from a professional, knowledgeable, and inclusive staff team.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD program with potential for career development.
• An opportunity to be an integral part of a young person's journey and a real sense of achievement.
• A workplace that values and listens to all staff, recognising their skill set and contribution.
• Refer a friend scheme with a reward of £300 in Love 2 Shop vouchers (subject to terms).

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference, please apply now!