Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for a full time Teaching Assistant to start immediately for a Specialist School based in the west of County Durham. The role has a view to a permanent role for the right candidate and we have a temporary to permanent arrangement with the school to make the transition seamless. The School has a fantastic reputation of supporting, nurturing and developing it's staff within and has recently been awarded 'Good' by Ofsted. Free parking is available on-site and there are excellent public transport links in the area for those wishing to travel via bus or train. You will be supporting pupils aged 2-11 who are autistic or have profound, moderate, severe or complex learning difficulties.
Alongside other trained staff you will:
Support pupils' health needs
Assist where necessary with learners with feeding difficulties, including those with a gastrostomy and tracheoscopy
Provide intimate care to meet pupils' needs
Work with teachers, teaching assistants, and other professionals to provide effective support and care to pupils, tailoring support to the needs of the individual pupils if necessary
Support small groups of children and individuals within the classroom and/externally to the main class as required
Follow the school's policy and procedures for safeguarding, moving and handling and behaviour support including the use of restrictive physical intervention if necessary to keep children safe.
Present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude
Undertake appropriate training and administer prescribed medication when required including emergency medication
Complete any training relating to the role will be provided by School or HealthWhat we're looking for:
Experience supporting children with additional needs (school, care or youth work settings are all welcome)
A calm, patient and proactive approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
A Level 2/3 TA qualification is desirable but not essentialWhy join Tradewind Recruitment?
We pay the best rates in the market - guaranteed!
Flexibility to choose when and where you work
Local Durham office based in the City Centre
PAYE only - no umbrella companies
Free access to The National College CPD platform with over 2,500 training coursesIf you're a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for the next step in your career in a welcoming and supportive school, then click apply or call our office on (phone number removed).
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