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Do you have the resilience and empathy to support children facing significant emotional and behavioural challenges?
Can you provide a calming, stable presence for a pupil who struggles to self-regulate?
Are you looking for a rewarding role where your unique skills can make a life-changing difference in a specialist setting?
If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role in a specialist SEND/SEMH school in the Leeds area. We're looking for someone to provide vital support to pupils with complex Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Teaching Assistant in this specialist setting, your role is crucial to the success and well-being of the pupils. You will be responsible for:
Confidently implementing positive handling and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
Acting as a trusted and consistent adult, providing emotional support to help pupils manage their feelings and anxieties.
Supporting the delivery of personalised learning plans and helping pupils to access a modified curriculum.
Fostering strong, trusting relationships with pupils, their families, and staff to create a cohesive support network.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of all pupils at all times, with a firm commitment to safeguarding protocols.
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to each pupil's needs.
Requirements:
To succeed in this unique and rewarding role, you must have:
Proven experience working with children with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs, preferably in a specialist school or alternative provision.
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 and interpersonal skills, with a calm approach to complex situations.
Specific training in areas such as Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation techniques is highly desirable.
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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