"Every student can learn, just not on the same day, or in the same way."
Randstad is collaborating with a special education needs school in the Watford region to find a competent SEN Teaching Assistant with experience working in various key stages. This is a fantastic chance for an exceptional professional with an understanding of working with children and young people with special educational needs. Having the ability to use tactics to help break down obstacles to children's learning and guarantee that every kid gets the best opportunity in terms of education and learning.
So, do you want to work as a Special Education Teaching Assistant at a school with challenging behaviours?
Are you looking for an excellent opportunity in Watford?
Do you have eligibility to work in the UK? (this is essential)
This wonderful school is based in Watford. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students with special needs and challenging behaviour. They believe that every child deserves an education tailored to their individual needs, and they strive to empower their students to reach their full potential.
If so, why not join an outstanding team at our SEN School in Hemel
Responsibilities to become a successful SEN Teacher will be:
... - Working with small groups and 1:1
- Assisting pupils with academic tasks
- Encouraging independence
- Safeguarding all children
- Adhering to the curriculum, including up-to-date changes in the structure
- Ability to communicate with and encourage children with additional needs
- Positive outlook and attitude.
- Being flexible, caring and nurturing
- Knowledge of various teaching methods
- Good organisational and verbal communication skills
Working for Randstad, our team means you will be eligible for these benefits :
- Continuous career development opportunities
- Your own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application process
- Free accredited training, both online and on-site
- TA support in classes
- Weekly pay and competitive daily rates
- Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend and is subject to terms and conditions
Benefits to you when working at this school:
- Working in a school with many great facilities, which provide a huge range of opportunities to support excellent learning and development of pupils
- Supportive Senior Leadership Team
- The opportunity for a permanent post
- The opportunity to develop or gain experience in the Primary sector
- The chance to work in a diverse role where every day is different
- Being part of a passionate team
- Additional accredited training/CPD - Commitment to your continuing professional development through free training including adverse childhood experiences, safeguarding, Team teaching and working with Autism.
These are some of the requirements that we need from you:
- Enhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to get one
- Experience working with children or young people with additional care needs
- Previous experience working as a teaching assistant or in a similar educational support role (required).
- Experience working with children with special educational needs (preferred).
- Experience in managing challenging behaviour and implementing behaviour support plans.
- Understanding of special educational needs and individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Familiarity with the national curriculum and how to adapt it for SEN students.
- Knowledge of relevant SEND legislation and safeguarding policies.
- Genuine interest in supporting the educational development of children with special needs.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience.
- A positive and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong attention to detail and cultural sensitivity.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
- Ability to assist students with physical activities and personal care needs.
- Physical stamina to be active throughout the school day.
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The successful candidate will get to work closely alongside a dedicated, hardworking and talented staff in an attractive and well-resourced learning environment, you will be guided and supported by the class teacher and senior leadership team at a school that has a clear vision that prioritises the well-being of their pupils. You will have a genuine opportunity to make a difference and ensure that pupils are making good progress within all areas of their learning.
For the right applicant, there will be the opportunity to apply for a permanent position too.
So look no further and "Apply Now" to get your application started