training and education
E-learning modules
£90 - £95 per day
Thetford
Are you a compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated individual who is passionate about making education accessible to every child?
Do you possess the resilience and positive attitude to support students with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN) in their daily learning?
Are you looking for a meaningful, impactful role in a specialist school environment in Thetford?
The Role: Vital Support in Thetford
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) / Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a highly supportive partner SEN school in Thetford. We are seeking proactive individuals to provide crucial one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a wide spectrum of needs, which may include Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), severe learning difficulties, communication challenges, and physical disabilities. Your dedication will directly contribute to creating a structured, nurturing, and effective learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide essential tailored support to students, helping them to focus, engage with tasks, and access the differentiated curriculum.
- Assist the Class Teacher in preparing resources, managing classroom logistics, and ensuring the learning environment is safe and well-organised.
- Implement specific pupil support strategies from their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), including those related to communication, behaviour, and sensory regulation.
- Support pupils' emotional and social development, offering calm de-escalation support during moments of distress and promoting positive peer interactions.
- Contribute to accurate observation and record-keeping regarding pupil progress, well-being, and daily achievements.
- Assist with pupils' personal care needs and mobility where required, always maintaining the highest level of respect and privacy.
Requirements
- Proven experience working in a support role with children or young people, particularly those with complex or diverse Special Educational Needs, is essential.
- A naturally calm, compassionate, and highly resilient temperament, with a genuine enthusiasm for specialist education.
- The ability to establish strong, professional, and trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Excellent observational, teamwork, and reliable communication skills.
- A current Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or a willingness to obtain one promptly).
What We Offer
- A competitive daily rate
- The opportunity to work within a supportive, specialist school community in the Thetford area.
- Access to specialist SEN training and continuous professional development to enhance your skills.
- A role that provides profound daily satisfaction by directly improving the educational and personal outcomes of pupils.
- £300 Refer A Friend scheme.
If you are a dedicated individual ready for this vital and rewarding role in Thetford, secure your position and APPLY NOW!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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