Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs?
Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a variety of opportunities across secondary schools in St Helens.
With schools preparing for the new academic year, we are keen to hear from experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEN TAs and Behaviour Mentors, as well as graduates and candidates with transferable experience supporting young people.
Our partner schools may require support for students with a range of additional needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
ADHD
SEMH
Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Moderate Learning Difficulties
Other SEND needs
Your role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers and school support teams to help students access learning and develop greater independence.
Responsibilities may include:
Providing one-to-one support
Supporting students within the classroom
Working with small groups
Supporting intervention programmes
Helping students overcome barriers to learning
Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
Developing positive relationships with students
Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
We are looking for:
Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
Experience supporting SEND is advantageous
Patience, resilience and empathy
Excellent communication skills
A positive and proactive approach
A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young peopleWe also welcome applications from Psychology graduates, Education graduates, Sports Coaches, Youth Workers and Children's Support Workers who are looking to develop their careers within education.
Why Tradewind Recruitment?
Pay from £100 per day
Long-term and daily supply opportunities
Flexible working options
Free CPD through The National College
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunities to gain valuable experience in secondary educationIf you're looking for SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in St Helens, Learning Support Assistant Jobs, Teaching Assistant Jobs or SEND support roles, we'd love to hear from you.
This advertisement is intended to build our network of SEN Teaching Assistants for current and upcoming opportunities with our partner secondary schools across St Helens.
Anthony Bailey
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