Special Educational Teaching Assistant

Position: Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Teacher Active is proud to be working with a SEND school in Mansfield, NG20 , supporting with their recruitment for a Special Education Needs and Disabilities Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills.

The school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this short-term role, although there is potential for this to become a long-term placement for the right SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / LSA will bring a new dimension and skill set to this role, be keen to develop their own skills to adapt to the children’s individual needs and have a positive impact on the wider school.

The position will involve working with students across all Key Stages with diagnosis of Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, and challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary.

The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following:

Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment
A calm, patient and caring personal

Experience with personal care & SLD
Good communication skills
A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis
Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child and Adult DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
Guaranteed Payment Scheme
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* CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
Market leading rates of pay
Teacher Active Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend
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* Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

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