Severe Needs Teaching Assistants needed in Ashford
You must be able to work full-time - Monday to Friday - 8.30-3.30pm
Temp to perm position a possibility
£88.94 per day
Tradewind is recruiting! We work with various SEN schools in the Ashford area, who provide specialist education for children and young people with various diagnoses, ASD, PMLD and profound, severe and complex needs. We would like a TA to have an approach that emphasises confidence, resilience and success. We are recruiting for both primary and secondary SEN positions.
Role & Responsibilities
As a TA you will:
1. Support pupils' learning across a range of subjects within our bespoke curriculum.
2. Work with small groups or 1:1, helping pupils access lessons and activities and make progress.
3. Support pupils with PMLD by liaising with class teachers, therapists and other staff to deliver the therapeutic approach integral to our school ethos.
4. Promote positive behaviour, confidence and resilience in our pupils, helping them develop social, emotional and learning skills.
5. Work in partnership with parents, carers and the wider school team to support pupils' progress and well-being.
6. Contribute to creating a safe, happy, inclusive and inspirational place to learn.
7. Take initiative and be able to demonstrate positive relationships with Children.
What We Offer:
8. Competitive daily rate with weekly pay
9. Access to over 2,000 FREE CPD courses through our exclusive partnership with the National College
10. Supportive school placement with experienced staff and ongoing supervision
11. The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives
Who We're Looking For:
12. Candidates with experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs, particularly PMLD and medical needs
13. Available Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 3.30pm
14. Full right to work in the uk
15. A caring, patient, and flexible approach with a genuine passion for inclusive education
16. Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and feeding
17. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
18. Be happy to travel 1 hour on public transport / 30 minutes drive
19. Willingness to undergo all necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the update service - if you need a new DBS, the cost is £62 and we will pay you back the £62 fee once you have completed 20 days of work for us
Apply Now!
If you're ready to start or continue a rewarding career in SEN education, we want to hear from you. Join our team of compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants in Ashford and help transform lives.
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