Position Overview & Specifications
We are actively seeking an inspirational 1:1 Team Teach Teaching Assistant to work within our partnership academy school and alternative provisions based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The position is available with immediate start for the right candidate and will be ongoing to meet the needs of the school.
The ideal candidate will have experience of supporting pupils with complex learning, physical, medical and behavioural needs, in alternate provision and academy schools. As a valued member of the staff team, you will provide support for children with a variety of SEN needs including ASD and SEMH.
There may be a requirement for personal care when working on a 1:1 basis to support pupils with additional needs. You must be committed to high standards, actively promoting a safe, secure and happy learning environment that encourages pupils to succeed in often challenging circumstances.
We are looking for Teaching Assistants who are predominantly experienced in working with children and adults with physical disabilities, but applications are welcome from applicants with a range of SEND experience. We work with several schools and alternative provisions who provide education for pupils with a range of needs.
You can expect to earn from £70 up to £100 per day, depending on experience and requirements of the role.
The role:
- Provide calming and nurturing support for some of the most vulnerable students with EHCP's in place
- Instil good behaviour management strategy
- Support the delivery of lessons to engage and enthuse learners
- Be a positive role model for the children
- Encourage the talents and abilities of all students to achieve academically
- Display an enthusiasm to learn and develop professionally
- Show an interest in the children that you are working with, to build mutually respectful relationships
- Work effectively as part of a friendly staff team to support the children in your care
- Be resilient, not easily offended and able to de-escalate sometimes challenging situations
- There may be an element of personal care involved to support the children in their daily routine
Skills and attributes:
- Ability to relate well to pupils and young adults with additional needs
- Experience of working within a similar setting (care homes, hospitals etc) is desirable
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Team Teach or MAPA qualification is essential
- Experience of working with physical disabilities, PMLD, ASD or SEMH advantageous, but not essential
- A proactive team member, committed to raising standards and achievement
- Able to manage and action a variety of issues relating to the well-being and safeguarding of children
- A valid DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one
Benefits:
- Highly supportive and committed consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs
- An opportunity to extend your professional development with free accredited CPD courses
- Rewarding and competitive rates of pay
- A great range of opportunities to work in a variety of local schools of your choice
- A wealth of experience from Teachers working in branch, to provide you with industry specific knowledge, career advice and CV assistance
- A choice of pay options to suit you and your circumstances: PAYE or Umbrella Company
If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply now with your CV and our team will be in touch with you shortly.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references.