- Are you passionate about supporting the unique educational needs of students?
- Do you thrive in an environment where teamwork and your contributions are highly valued?
- Do you have experience working with SEND learners in a UK educational environment?
Join our team as a SEND Learning Support Assistant based in the South Leeds area, starting September 2024. This role offers the opportunity to work in multiple schools, providing valuable support across different year groups.
Randstad Education has been supporting the careers of teachers, teaching assistants and school support staff across West Yorkshire for over 20 years.We are proud to be a Lot 1 preferred supplier of supply staff for several of the largest Multi Academy Trusts across West Yorkshire, in accordance with the National CCS framework (Crown Commercial Service). This gives Randstad Education candidates access to many schools and academies that other agencies cannot offer you (with excellent rates of pay).
Responsibilities:
- Provide specialised support to learners with SEND, ensuring their educational and personal development needs are met.
- Support learners during 1:1 and group sessions
- Manage and respond to challenging behaviours with appropriate strategies and interventions.
- Assist with personal care needs as required, maintaining the dignity and respect of learners.
- Collaborate with the team to create a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Requirements:
- Strong background in working with SEND learners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Team Teach training (preferred but not essential).
- Compassionate, patient, and resilient with the ability to manage challenging behaviours.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and flexibility.
Benefits with Randstad include:
- Competitive weekly pay rates.
- Opportunities for progression to permanent positions.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Take part in our Refer a Friend program for a chance to earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
- Flexibility, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
If you are a dedicated and adaptable Special Needs Learning Support Assistant looking for a flexible role where you can make a significant impact, do not hesitate to apply.
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