SEND Teaching Assistant

Horwich, Greater Manchester
CMP00306_1621241601
Date Posted: 17 May 2021
  1. Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant
£65 - £75 per day
  1. Daily supply

SEND Teaching Assistant

Horwich, Greater Manchester
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Tradewind Manchester are recruiting!

We are working with a well-facilitated primary school based in Horwich who have a large need for Teaching Assistants on both a long term / full time basis and for day to day supply cover.

This two-form entry school are seeking to recruit both experienced Teaching Assistants and Graduate Teaching Assistants who are beginning their career within education. They have roles available for both immediate and September starts. The needs of their pupils is paramount and staff must be able to engage pupils with interesting and exciting learning opportunities; based not only on the national curriculum, but also to include social skills, wellbeing, personal development, peer interaction and support for one and other.

The schools needs range from developmental assistance in reading, writing & maths, to one-on-one support for students with special educational needs and behavioural support. To be considered for this position you must have a can-do attitude; be prepared to perform whichever task is required of you; have strong interpersonal skills; be able to engage pupils and differentiate work according to academic levels.

To join us and be successful in this role, you will need to:

  • Hold a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant bachelor's degree
  • Primary School SEND or Support experience
  • Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
  • Provide a CV with employment/education history included. Employment breaks must be explained
  • Have the legal right to work in the UK

This role will include:

-Teaching pupils with learning developmental difficulties, usually on a 121 basis

-Supporting students with special educational needs or behavioural issues

-Taking responsibility for the safeguarding of the young people in your care

-Supporting the school team to provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for students to learn

About the school:

This school has excellent facilities and school leadership is good and clear. Safeguarding is highly effective and the SEND provision is very good. Progress is monitored closely and highly-qualified TAs are deployed effectively to deliver targeted support. Parents hold the school in high regard and pupil behaviour is good. Teaching quality is good, subject knowledge is strong and Teachers work harmoniously with Teaching Assistants to deliver engaging and exciting lessons.

About the role:

-Day-to-Day experience on a rolling basis, with longer term opportunities for the right candidates

-Hours are 08:15-16:00

-Free onsite parking and close to local transport links from the city centre

-You may be required to assist with programmes outside the classroom and after school from time to time

The benefits of working as Graduate Teaching Assistant at this school include:

-Working in a friendly, supportive team

-Ongoing professional development and promotion opportunities

The benefits of working your initial temporary period in the role through Tradewind include:

-We offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor!

-Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100

-Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.

-Online Portal for your time sheets and to log your availability

-Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

If this sounds like the perfect role for you:

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, located in Bolton. For more information about the role, contact Cameron on 0161 674 0138 / cameron.mcbryde@twrecruitment.com

More about Tradewind Recruitment:

  1. As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we're committed to putting candidates & staff first
  2. We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates
  3. Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request)
  4. More free CPD courses than any other education recruiter
  5. Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

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