At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and help them thrive in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in education.
- Benefits: Flexible, term-time contracts for a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive school community focused on collaboration and growth.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with SEN children and previous experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 20700 - 25300 £ per year.
Passionate SEN Teaching Assistant Wanted! Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We're searching for enthusiastic and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants to join our incredible team! This is a truly rewarding opportunity where you'll directly help pupils learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Why Join Our Team
- Meaningful Impact: You'll help children with additional needs thrive and achieve their full potential.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team committed to providing the best support for pupils.
- Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible, term-time only contracts.
Your Role as an SEN Teaching Assistant
- Classroom Support: Collaborating with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and support pupil learning.
- Pupil Champion: Providing individualised support, helping pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and personal care needs.
- Engaging Learning: Contributing to making learning exciting and accessible for every pupil.
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for working with children with special needs and a desire to make a difference.
- A collaborative team player, eager to share ideas and work effectively with others.
- A proactive learner, keen to develop new skills and knowledge to best support pupils.
- A strong understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
- Previous experience working with children with SEN.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact and become a vital part of a supportive school community, we'd love to hear from you!
Skills
- Ability to track progression in attainment
- Background in youth work
- Behaviour management
- Building relationships
- Classroom management
- Communication
- De-escalation techniques
- Empathy
- Experience in administering medication
- Experience in managing challenging behaviour
- Experience with autism spectrum disorders
- Experience with learning difficulties
- Experience with social emotional mental health
- Inclusiveness
- Manual handling
- Marking
- Mentor experience
- Personal care experience
- Planning
- Resilience
- Restraint training
- Speech and language therapy experience
Qualifications
- CACHE level 1 or 2
- CACHE level 2 or 3
- Early childhood studies degree
- Health and social care experience
- Health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
- HLTA
- NVQ level 2
- NVQ level 3
- NVQ level 4
Teaching Assistant in Haywards Heath employer: Randstad Staffing
At Randstad, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for those in the Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer role. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our comprehensive support package, which includes a competitive salary, guaranteed retainer, and extensive training opportunities. Join us in a nurturing work culture that values empathy and resilience, allowing you to make a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable children while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
