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**Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant for Special Educational Needs (SEN) Students (16+ College Provision)**
Position: Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEN Support)
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full-Time (via Career Teachers Agency)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people with special educational needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with students aged 16 and over in a college setting. This role is focused on helping students develop essential life skills and providing the support they need to achieve their full potential.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with individual students who require additional support due to their special educational needs. You will play a crucial role in their educational journey, helping them navigate daily challenges and empowering them to gain independence. This is a full-time position through Career Teachers Agency, offering the opportunity to make a lasting difference in students’ lives.
Key Responsibilities:
– Provide 1:1 support to students with special educational needs, tailored to their individual learning plans.
– Assist students in developing life skills such as communication, social interaction, and daily living tasks.
– Support students in the classroom, ensuring they have access to the curriculum and are fully engaged in their learning.
– Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and other support staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
– Monitor and report on students’ progress, adapting support strategies as needed.
– Encourage students to build confidence, independence, and self-esteem.
– Foster positive relationships with students, promoting a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Requirements:
– Previous experience working with students with special educational needs, particularly those aged 16 and over.
– A compassionate and patient approach, with the ability to build rapport with students and support their emotional well-being.
– Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
– A proactive and adaptable attitude, able to respond to the unique needs of each student.
– Relevant qualifications or training in special educational needs (desirable but not essential).
– A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the educational environment.
Why Join Us?
– Be part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to enhancing the lives of students with special educational needs.
– Access to professional development and training opportunities.
– Competitive salary with the potential for career progression.
– A rewarding role where you can make a tangible difference every day.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and are ready to take on a fulfilling role within a college setting, we would love to hear from you! Please apply through the Career Teachers Agency by submitting your CV outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role.
Join us in empowering young people with the skills and confidence they need for a bright and independent future!
At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.
All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.
Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:
– Attend an interview in person;
– Give details for us to complete Reference checks;
– Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.
