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Do you have a deep understanding of what it takes to support pupils with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs?
Are you a calm and resilient professional who can provide consistent guidance through challenging moments?
Can you be a safe and trusted presence for a pupil who struggles to regulate their emotions?
If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Randstad Education is seeking a highly skilled and empathetic SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role in a specialist setting in the Leeds area. We're looking for someone to provide vital 1:1 and small-group support to pupils who require a tailored and understanding approach to learning.
Key Responsibilities:
As an SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant, your role will be instrumental in ensuring the pupils' well-being and academic progress. Your responsibilities will include:
Behavioural Intervention: Using proactive strategies and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours, promoting a safe and secure learning environment.
Emotional Support: Providing consistent emotional and pastoral support to help pupils develop self-regulation skills and build a sense of self-worth.
Learning Facilitation: Working closely with the class teacher to help pupils access a differentiated curriculum and engage with lessons in a way that works for them.
Personalised Support: Delivering tailored support to individual pupils or small groups, following specific plans and targets.
Collaboration: Working as a key member of a multi-disciplinary team, including therapists and support staff, to provide holistic care for pupils.
Progress Tracking: Accurately observing and documenting pupil progress and behaviour, providing valuable feedback to the wider team.
Requirements:
To succeed in this unique and rewarding role, you must have:
Demonstrable experience working with children with complex behavioural, social, or emotional needs in a school or specialist setting.
A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is highly desirable, but extensive, relevant experience is paramount.
An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).
The legal right to work in the UK without any restrictions.
A compassionate, highly resilient, and patient nature is essential.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly.
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils and making a lasting, positive impact.
Why Work With Randstad?
As a leading recruitment agency in the education sector, we offer:
Competitive Pay: We ensure you are paid a fair, competitive wage for your hard work.
Dedicated Support: You'll have a personal consultant to guide you and support you throughout your placements.
Professional Development: Access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
Referral Scheme: Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every successful referral of a teacher or teaching assistant.
Variety of Roles: We work with a wide range of schools, giving you access to diverse and rewarding opportunities.
If you have the skills and dedication for this unique and vital role, apply today and take the next step in your career.
For additional information, you can contact the Leeds team at Leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500.
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