SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

  • Oldham, Greater Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Want to make a real significant difference in the lives of young learners who require additional support by helping them unlock their potential?Seeking a rewarding career where you celebrate student successes and you play a key role in their development?Randstad Education is partnering with specialist schools in the Oldham area to recruit a dedicated and confident SEN Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. This role is full-time and term-time only, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.The Role:As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll empower students with a wide range of special educational needs both in and out of the classroom. Drive their curriculum engagement, spark their personal and academic development, and provide vital support to ensure a fantastic learning experience!Key Responsibilities:
  • Working extensively with pupils on a one-to-one or very small group basis
  • Adapting lesson content and resources significantly to match widely varying academic levels and learning styles.
  • Finding creative and engaging ways to motivate pupils who may be highly disengaged or resistant to learning.
  • Linking learning to pupils interests where possible.
  • Working very closely with the class teacher, SEN-Co, other TAs, and behaviour specialists to plan and review strategies.
  • Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection, given the vulnerability of many pupils in PRUs.
To effectively support students and contribute to a positive school environment, the following skills is crucial:Interpersonal Skills:
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, providing support to both students and teaching staff.
  • Building Trust and Rapport: A non-judgemental approach is essential for establishing strong relationships with pupils facing diverse challenges.
  • Communication: Effective communication skills are vital for successful collaboration with staff, pupils, and external stakeholders.
  • Patience and Perseverance: The capacity to remain patient and persistent is key when supporting pupils who may require more time to learn and develop.
  • Positive and Optimistic Attitude: Maintaining a positive and encouraging outlook to motivate students facing learning or behavioural obstacles.
Adaptability and Resilience:
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness and ability to tailor support strategies to meet the unique and evolving needs of each student.
  • Resilience and Calmness Under Pressure: The ability to remain calm and composed when managing challenging behaviours and high-pressure situations.
Experience and Expertise:
  • Experience in SEN Support: Demonstrated experience in providing support to students with Special Educational Needs within a school setting.
  • Behaviour Management Experience: Proven ability to implement effective behaviour management techniques to foster a secure and supportive learning environment for all students.
Essential Requirements:
  • A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or comparable experience)
  • Minimum 3 months recent TA experience in a UK school (referenced)
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)
  • Full CV with employment and education history
  • Legal right to work.
Why Join Us?
  • Incentives: Enjoy a £300 refer-a-friend bonus for every successful referral.
  • Support: Work with a dedicated consultant who provides honest, positive, and trustworthy guidance to match you with the right school.
  • Development: Access to free accredited career and professional development training.
  • Flexibility: Benefit from a 24-hour on-call facility for your convenience.
All candidates will undergo Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility checks.If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career and make a real difference in the lives of young people, contact Aaron at the Manchester branch today! Email your CV to aaron.jones@randstad.co.uk or call 0161 240 1411. Don't hesitate-apply today!

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