Job Description
Are you a Teaching Assistant who genuinely loves making a difference?
If you have experience supporting children with complex needs and you're looking for a role where your work truly matters, then this opportunity in North Manchester could be just what you're looking for.
We're working with a fantastic specialist school right here in North Manchester. They demonstrate incredible work with students who have SLD, PMLD, and ASD, and various complex medical needs.
Benefits:
o Competitive salary
o Comprehensive professional development and training opportunities, including specialist SEN interventions and strategies.
o Dedicated Randstad consultant support for career guidance and opportunities.
o Long-term placements available (6 weeks plus)
Responsibilities:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you're the one who makes a real connection with these amazing young people. Here's a bit of what your day might look like:
* Providing that crucial one-to-one or small group support, tailoring it to each child's unique needs, whether they have SLD, PMLD, ASD, or medical requirements. Students ages 11-16+
* Helping with personal care - things like toileting, feeding, and mobility - always with respect and dignity, because that's paramount.
* Putting IEPs into action and helping track those fantastic milestones children make.
* Using your Team Teach qualification to create a positive, safe environment and manage any tricky situations calmly and effectively.
* Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals. It's all about teamwork to ensure every child receives the best support.
* Creating a fun, safe, and stimulating space where kids can explore and communicate in their own way.
* Adapting activities and materials so they work for all sensory and cognitive needs.
* Keeping tabs on progress and sharing those wins in meetings.
* Helping students build their independence and boost their communication skills.
Requirements:
* Has at least 3 months UK experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, specifically with complex learning difficulties.
* Holds a current and essential Team Teach qualification or is willing to attend a course.
* Is comfortable and experienced with personal care for young people with complex needs.
* Understands the importance of safeguarding and keeping children safe.
* Has plenty of patience, empathy, and resilience.
* Communicates clearly and openly, both when chatting with kids and writing notes for the team.
* Is proactive, adaptable and wants to contribute to a positive school atmosphere.
* Has the right to work in the UK and can provide good professional references.
* An enhanced children and adults DBS on the update service(or willingness to obtain one)
This role is ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to apply their skills in a challenging yet rewarding environment. This role offers a clear pathway for professional growth.
It's an opportunity to impact students' lives and contribute to their long-term development. Click apply now to start your journey with Randstad Education.