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haywards heath, south east
£23,210 - £24,818 per year, PAYE, Referral Bonus
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education
sub specialism
special needs teaching
reference number
Au-Ef1

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We are an SEN school in Effingham seeking a motivated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. We offer a rewarding opportunity to work with autistic students aged 11-16, who have associated behavioural and communication difficulties, in a supportive and stimulating setting.

What we offer:

£12.99 - £13.89 per hour (£23,210 - £24,818 actual salary) depending on qualifications.
£1000 Welcome Bonus
Term-Time only position (40 hours per week)
Structured working hours:

Monday-Wednesday: 8:15am - 4:45pm
Thursday: 8:15am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:15am - 4:00pm

The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Ongoing professional development opportunities

Your Key Responsibilities:

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students in line with school policies.
Providing positive behaviour support and adapting your approach to meet individual student needs.
Building strong and trusting relationships with students, creating a safe and positive learning environment.
Promoting independence and personal development in our students.
Supporting the teacher in implementing engaging and differentiated learning activities.
Preparing resources and adapting learning materials under the teacher's guidance.
Contributing to a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Participating in the school's behaviour support approach, including physical intervention (accredited Team Teach) where necessary and always as a last resort.
Completing reports accurately and within designated timeframes.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN) in an employed or voluntary setting.
A recognised qualification at Level 2 or above in Support work for Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent) is desirable.
GCSE Maths and English Language qualification minimum Grade 4 (or equivalent) is essential.
A strong understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
Knowledge or experience of working with pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD.
A proven ability to provide consistent support to children with diverse needs.
A child-centered approach, treating each student as an individual and valuing their unique strengths.
A positive and creative approach to meeting pupils' individual needs.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career journey and make a real difference, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to Claire Watson at claire.watson@randstad.co.uk or call 01293 527416.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Teaching Assistant - Make a Difference at an SEN School!

Do you have a passion for supporting young people with autism to achieve their full potential? Are you dedicated to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are an SEN school in Effingham seeking a motivated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. We offer a rewarding opportunity to work with autistic students aged 11-16, who have associated behavioural and communication difficulties, in a supportive and stimulating setting.

What we offer:

£12.99 - £13.89 per hour (£23,210 - £24,818 actual salary) depending on qualifications.
£1000 Welcome Bonus
Term-Time only position (40 hours per week)
Structured working hours:

Monday-Wednesday: 8:15am - 4:45pm
Thursday: 8:15am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:15am - 4:00pm

The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Ongoing professional development opportunities

Your Key Responsibilities:
...

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students in line with school policies.
Providing positive behaviour support and adapting your approach to meet individual student needs.
Building strong and trusting relationships with students, creating a safe and positive learning environment.
Promoting independence and personal development in our students.
Supporting the teacher in implementing engaging and differentiated learning activities.
Preparing resources and adapting learning materials under the teacher's guidance.
Contributing to a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Participating in the school's behaviour support approach, including physical intervention (accredited Team Teach) where necessary and always as a last resort.
Completing reports accurately and within designated timeframes.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN) in an employed or voluntary setting.
A recognised qualification at Level 2 or above in Support work for Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent) is desirable.
GCSE Maths and English Language qualification minimum Grade 4 (or equivalent) is essential.
A strong understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
Knowledge or experience of working with pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD.
A proven ability to provide consistent support to children with diverse needs.
A child-centered approach, treating each student as an individual and valuing their unique strengths.
A positive and creative approach to meeting pupils' individual needs.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues.

experience
Non Teaching
skills
ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

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