Do you possess the ability to establish meaningful connections with children, fostering a warm and nurturing learning environment?
Are you a resilient Teaching Assistant dedicated to prioritising the individual needs of each student?
Can you customise learning experiences to support diverse additional needs?
If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you!
Randstad is currently seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant in Leeds, committed to supporting children with complex learning and behavioural needs. Our school values the uniqueness of every child, advocating for an educational approach tailored to their individual differences.
f you're someone who invests time in deeply understanding your students, this school is eager to welcome you. This opportunity follows a regular school term timetable, with hours from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities Include:
... - Working with students aged 11-19 with special learning needs and disabilities in a specialist setting.
- Assisting teachers and caregivers in achieving academic goals.
- Engaging students with activities that foster creativity and imagination.
- Supporting students to ensure comprehension of lessons.
- Working with students in small groups or 1:1 to understand their specific needs.
- Collaborating closely with teachers, caregivers, and parents to implement positive behaviour strategies and address student issues.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with SEN students or similar transferable experience.
- Patient, passionate, and professional demeanor.
- Ability to manage students with challenging behaviour.
- Confidence, punctuality, and eagerness.
- Effective behaviour management and the ability to build positive learning relationships with SEN students.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (assistance available through Randstad if needed).
Benefits:
- Competitive pay.
- Supportive team ensuring you feel guided and empowered in your role.
- 'Recommend a Friend' bonus up to £300 (subject to terms and conditions).
- Dedicated, professional, and friendly consultants to guide you.
- Your journey to making a difference in these students' lives starts here.
Apply today to seize this fantastic opportunity and ensure you don't miss out!