training and education
CPD
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Full Time
Location: Bolton
Start Date: Immediate
The Opportunity
This position offers a stable career pathway for SEN Teaching Assistants within a specialist complex needs setting in Bolton, Manchester. You will join a dedicated multidisciplinary team with a focus on providing support for students with PMLD and ASD. The school is known for its inclusive culture and its commitment to staff development, with opportunity for permanent roles. This is a chance to work in an environment where your presence provides continuity students require to navigate their educational journey and develop essential life skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Competitive pay rates based on experience and qualifications.
- Professional Development: Comprehensive training opportunities, including specialist SEN interventions and strategies.
- Consultant Support: Dedicated Randstad consultant support for career guidance and opportunities.
- Stability: Long-term placements available (6 weeks plus) with consistent full-time hours.
- Structured Schedule: Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30, during term time only.
Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated one-to-one support to students with ASD, PMLD, and other complex learning needs.
- Assist with personal care routines, ensuring the dignity, hygiene, and well-being of every student.
- Support students with their bespoke learning and development, adapting teaching approaches to meet individual sensory needs.
- Foster a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment through proactive classroom management.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals to deliver holistic support.
- Help IEPs and specific behavioural strategies.
- Encourage student independence and facilitate social interaction with peers.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing regular feedback to the class teacher and parents.
- Utilise specialist sensory equipment and communication aids to enhance student engagement.
Requirements
- At least 3-6 months of recent UK experience in a school, residential, or care setting.
- Previous experience supporting students or children with ASD or compounded complex needs.
- Confidence in providing one-to-one support in a specialist environment.
- Willingness and physical ability to assist with personal care and manual handling tasks.
- Full-time availability for the working hours of 08:30 to 15:30, Monday to Friday.
- A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3) is desirable but not essential.
- Team Teach or similar de-escalation training is preferred.
- An enhanced children and adults DBS on the update service (or a willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Next Steps
We are currently shortlisting for this position for an immediate start. Following your application, I will contact you to discuss your experience and conduct a preliminary interview. This role is an opportunity for a teaching assistant who values a person-centred approach to education.
If you have the patience and dedication required to support students with complex needs and are looking for a long-term commitment, please apply today to begin your registration. Alternatively, you can call me on 01612001904 or send an email to stacey.funganjera@randstad.co.uk with your CV.
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