training and education
E-learning modules
£90 - £95 per day
Ipswich
Are you a compassionate and dependable individual with a deep-seated passion for helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) achieve their personal best?
Do you believe in creating an inclusive environment where students feel safe, understood, and inspired to learn despite their challenges?
Are you ready to bring your energy and compassion to a dedicated team at a premier SEN school in Ipswich?
If you are a motivated individual who wants to turn a job into a rewarding career, we would love to meet you!
A wonderful opportunity has opened for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our partner SEN School in Ipswich. We are seeking a proactive and empathetic professional to support students with a range of complex needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties. In this role, you won't just be assisting in a classroom; you will be a mentor and a pillar of support for young people navigating their educational journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct Support: Provide dedicated 1:1 or small group assistance, helping students stay focused and confident during their lessons.
- Collaborative Planning: Partner with the class teacher to prepare inclusive materials and adapt the learning environment to suit sensory needs.
- Nurturing Well-being: Support the emotional health of pupils by using positive reinforcement and gentle de-escalation techniques.
- Achievement Tracking: Contribute to the monitoring of student progress, ensuring all milestones are recorded against their EHCP goals.
- Independence Building: Promote daily life skills and social interaction, empowering students to gain greater autonomy.
- Team Synergy: Maintain a collaborative relationship with the school's therapeutic team to provide a holistic support system for every child.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in a setting that supports individuals with additional needs is highly advantageous.
- A resilient, "can-do" attitude and the ability to remain calm and patient under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with students, staff, and families.
- An understanding of SEN frameworks and a desire to implement specialized learning strategies.
- Relevant certifications (such as Level 2/3 TA) are welcomed, though we prioritize your character and experience.
- An enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or the willingness to apply for one).
What We Offer
- A competitive daily pay rate with a simple weekly payroll system.
- A supportive and welcoming work culture at a specialist school in the heart of Ipswich.
- Access to a wide range of professional development and SEN-specific training modules.
- The chance to make a profound, positive impact on a child's life every single day.
- £300 Refer A Friend bonus scheme.
If you are ready to make a lasting difference in Ipswich, APPLY NOW!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual ready to support students with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or email Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
Randstad Education is 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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