Teaching Assistant 1:1- Pudsey

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of children with additonal needs?

Engage Education are currently working with a number of schools in the Leeds/Pudsey area in need of a compassionate, dedicated and patient teaching assistant to work 1:1 with children with special educational needs (SEN).

Starting immediately at Easter, the school is looking for someone to work on a full time temporary basis. If the role goes well, there is the potential for this to turn into a permanent assignment.

The role would consist of working with a range of needs including complex learning difficulties, ASD, Autism, ADHD and communication and language issues.

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including education and health and social care.

Your Role:

• Assist pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties and other complex needs.
• Manage challenging behaviour positively.
• Provide a positive and nurturing environment for children with a range of needs.
• Maintain the safeguarding of young people.

What you will need:

• To be patient and resilient.
• To be enthusiastic about helping children with special educational needs.
• To be adaptable and think on your feet.
• To be able to form strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff.

Why choose Engage Education?

Engage Education is a widely recognised, award winning education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• You will be invited to a wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

Application Process

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly!

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!