Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant in Newark on Trent

Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant – Early Years SEND

Specialist SEND Education

Location: Newark
Pay: Up to £525 per week, dependent on experience
Hours: Part Time and Full Time hours available
Contract: Day-to-day with long-term opportunities

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education are recruiting for a Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant to support Early Years-aged pupils within a specialist SEND school.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced and nurturing Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young children with additional needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to provide a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment, helping pupils develop their communication, social, emotional and educational skills.

The successful candidate will be patient, caring and proactive, with the ability to build strong relationships with young children and adapt their approach to meet individual needs. Experience working within an Early Years or SEND setting would be highly advantageous.

Role Responsibilities

• Supporting Early Years-aged pupils with their learning, development and individual needs.

• Providing one-to-one and small group support under the direction of the class teacher.

• Supporting pupils with communication, social and emotional development.

• Encouraging pupils to participate in learning, play and structured activities.

• Helping children develop their independence and confidence.

• Supporting positive behaviour and creating a calm, nurturing classroom environment.

• Assisting with personal care and day-to-day routines where required.

• Helping to prepare engaging learning resources and activities.

• Working closely with teachers and other staff to support individual learning and development plans.

• Providing consistent support to pupils who may have complex or additional needs.

• Promoting inclusion and ensuring every child is encouraged to achieve their individual potential.

About the School

This specialist SEND school provides a supportive and nurturing environment for young children with a range of additional needs. The setting places a strong emphasis on individual development, communication, independence and creating positive experiences for pupils.

The school is looking for a Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant who is caring, adaptable and committed to making a positive difference to the lives of young children.

Previous experience working within Early Years, SEND or a specialist educational setting would be highly advantageous. Candidates should be confident working as part of a wider team, able to follow individual support strategies and willing to provide practical and emotional support throughout the school day.

Connex Education has an established relationship with the school and is their first choice for supply staffing. Staff who have worked within the setting consistently describe it as a welcoming, supportive and rewarding place to work.

Person Specification

To be considered for this role candidates must have / be able to demonstrate:

• A L3 Teaching Assistant qualification and exceptional relatable experience of working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience of working as a teaching Assistant in a British curriculum school for a minimum of two terms.
• Full enhanced DBS certificate.
• Completion of the Connex Education Onboarding Process.
• The ability to show a genuine desire and passion for working as a teaching assistant.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong rapport building skills, with pupils and with co-workers.
• A minimum of 2 school-based references

This opportunity would suit someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Can remain calm, patient and professional in a busy school environment.
• Is proactive and able to adapt to changing situations.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
• Wants to make a genuine difference to pupils’ educational experiences.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly and ALWAYS paid directly from Connex Education and NEVER via umbrella companies / outsourced payroll.
• Access to work at large numbers of schools within academy trusts that work EXCLUSIVELY with Connex Education and NO other agencies.
• Exceptional personalised support and service from dedicated education sector recruitment professionals.
• Industry leading FREE CPD covering anything and everything education sector based via our Academize training platform.
• Access and auto entry into our frequent competitions and prize draws.
• Additional earning opportunities via our generous Refer a Friend scheme, details of which can be found here – https://connex-education.com/referrals/refer-a-colleague/

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.