Are you a patient and adaptable individual with a passion for inclusive education?
Can you provide tailored support to a child with additional needs within a bustling mainstream classroom?
Do you have the skills to help every pupil feel a sense of belonging and achieve their full potential?
If so, we want to hear from you! Randstad Education is building a pool of talented and empathetic SEND Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools across the Leeds area. We are looking for dedicated individuals to take on a variety of day-to-day and long-term opportunities from September 2025 and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
As an SEND Teaching Assistant in a mainstream primary school, your role is pivotal to a pupil's success. You will be responsible for:
* Confidently carrying out specific strategies and interventions outlined in a pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
* Working one-on-one or with small groups to ensure pupils with SEND can access the mainstream curriculum and participate fully in school life.
* Adapting classroom materials and activities to suit a pupil's individual learning style and needs.
* Utilising proactive de-escalation and positive reinforcement to manage and guide a pupil's behaviour in a busy setting.
* Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents to provide a consistent and effective support network.
* Maintaining accurate and detailed records of a pupil's progress, achievements, and challenges.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must possess:
* Demonstrable experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEND) in a mainstream primary setting.
* An Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).
* The legal right to work in the UK without any restrictions.
* Specific training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, or PECS is highly desirable.
* A calm, patient, and resilient approach to your work.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
Why Work With Randstad?
As a leading recruitment agency in the education sector, we offer:
* Competitive Pay: We ensure you are paid a fair, competitive wage for your hard work.
* Dedicated Support: You'll have a personal consultant to guide you and support you throughout your placements.
* Professional Development: Access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
* Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every successful referral of a teacher or teaching assistant.
* We work with a wide range of schools, giving you access to diverse and rewarding opportunities.
Don't miss the chance to be a part of our team! Submit your CV today and take the first step towards a rewarding career.
For additional information, you can contact the Leeds team at Leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500.
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