A local specialist education provider is now seeking a patient and compassionate person to join their team as a Teaching Assistant .
This campus offers a dedicated, bright and fun learning environment for children and young people with a broad range of specialist needs : including medical, sensory and communication : to thrive across their full education journey.
Youll support teachers in maintaining an engaging classroom and help students to access and enjoy learning materials/opportunities as fully and independently as possible.
You will be fully trained and supported to carry out your duties, with a clear pathway for professional development, in a positive and person:centred setting.
Due to the nature of the role, there will be aspects of personal care included in your daily tasks.
This is a permanent position for a Teaching Assistant.
(39 weeks per year, 40h per week).
Part:time hours may be considered.
Person specification:
* ( Desirable ) Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker
* ( Desirable ) Experience working within a school and/or college
* ( Desirable ) Experience working with children and young people across a range of ages
* ( Desirable ) Experience working with people who are autistic / require specialist support such as for communication needs
Benefits and enhancements include ( pro rata for TTO):
* Comprehensive induction programme and great further learning and development support
* Access to varied discounts and offers through the Blue Light Card and a dedicated benefits platform
* Employee Assistance Programme plus additional health and wellbeing tools, such as online GP services, counselling, financial advice and more
* Health Cash Plan
* Life Assurance cover
* Cycle:to:Work scheme
* And more