Teaching Assistant - Pontefract, United Kingdom - Leader Group

Leader Group

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Pontefract, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

TEACHING ASSISTANT - SEND

Location:
Pontefract

Start date:
Immediate

Contract type:
Long term, temporary.

Job type:
full/part time

Schedule:
Mon

Salary:
£70 - £85

Leader Education is currently recruiting for multiple
_Teaching Assistants _for a specialist
_SEND _school in
_Pontefract_.

The job:

Provide support to students with _SEND_ needs in a small group or 11 setting
Understand and follow individual health and care plans
To take direction and assist the class teacher
Help and allow students develop their own voice
Ensure the best quality of education for each pupil
Provide a safe, stimulating, happy and friendly environment
Engage with the students throughout their learning whilst in the classroom
Create and maintain supportive and calming relationships with the students
Liaising with SENCO and the designated safeguarding lead to promote positive outcomes.

You:

Have experience of working with children/students with _SEND_ needs
Are knowledgeable, dedicated, and passionate
Are understanding and have empathy
Have a passion for teaching and learning
Ability to make learning enjoyable and fun
Experience of moving and handling would be beneficial but not essential
Ideally Team Teach trained but not essential _free training is available_
Are motivated and enthusiastic
Have great communication skills
Have a fun but firm presence.

Leader Education can offer:

Competitive pay rates: £70 £80 per day
Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
Free CPD including Team Teach
A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period
Staff socials

This is a long term contract with a strong possibility of becoming a permanent contract.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks._