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Entry Level Teaching Assistant, Pontefract
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Location:
Pontefract, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Education
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
b00594352516
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Posted:
05.05.2025
Expiry Date:
19.06.2025
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Job Description:
Prospero Teaching is seeking individuals interested in a career as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant. Previous experience supporting children or adults with additional needs is preferred but not required; a strong desire to start is sufficient.
We collaborate with schools supporting students with moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, speech & language challenges, and social, emotional & mental health needs.
Teaching assistants will support students aged 5-16 years, either 1:1 or in small groups, throughout their academic day.
The role involves:
* Providing tailored support to children with SEMH and SEN
* Creating a safe, engaging environment for learning and fun
* Academic support in 1:1 or group settings
* Assisting teachers
The Ideal Candidate:
* Teaching assistant qualification is desirable but not essential
* Experience supporting pupils with SEN, either voluntarily or professionally
* Experience working with children in youth settings, scouts, guides, sports coaching, etc.
Location: Pontefract, West Yorkshire
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract: Temporary with potential for permanent
Minimum Daily Rate: GBP85
Hours: Term time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
To be eligible through Prospero Teaching, you must:
* Hold the Right to Work in the UK
* Possess an enhanced child DBS registered with the update service or be willing to apply for one
* Provide two professional child-related references from the last two years
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