Job Description
SEND Teaching Assistants Needed - North Somerset.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have a calm, caring nature and a natural ability to build strong relationships?
We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join our team supporting a number of SEND Schools across North Somerset.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people aged 2-19 with additional needs, including ASD, SLD, SPD, PMLD, physical difficulties, communication delays and behaviour that challenges. Students may also be non-verbal so some experience using alternative communication methods, such as PECs or Makaton would be required.
A number of these schools require their SEND Teaching Assistant team to provide personal care.
You will need to be confident carrying out this duty, if required, to ensure all children are comfortable and safe.
What you'll be doing:
Supporting pupils with additional needs in their learning, development and emotional growth
Working closely with class teachers to create engaging and interactive activities
Helping children develop social skills and positive relationships
Maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment
Making a genuine difference to young people's lives every day
What we're looking for:
A genuine interest in supporting young people, especially those with complex additional needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, empathy and resilience
Previous experience with PECS, Makaton, personal care and medication administration is a bonus - but not essential as full training will be given
The role:
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only
Pay: from £90 per day
Flexible: part-time or full-time options available
Start: Immediate starts available (with potential for permanent contracts for the right person)
Location: North Somerset SEND Schools
Why work with us?
Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice.
Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.
Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.
Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.
If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your impact is truly valued, we'd love to hear from you!
Click 'Apply Now' to start your journey as a SEND Teaching Assistant in North Somerset today!