1-1 Teaching Assistant
We are currently partnering with a large SEND school who are looking to recruit a 1 -1 Teaching Assistant. We want you to join a fantastic school in Kendal who are offering a long-term, full time role to start ASAP with a view for temp to perm. This role will be to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis with Special Educational Needs
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students who require additional help with learning.
- Offer emotional and pastoral support to students to improve their confidence and self-esteem.
- Help students with organisational skills, study techniques, and goal setting.
- Support students with specific learning needs, including those with SEN (Special Educational Needs).
- Foster a positive and inclusive school culture.
- Work closely with teachers and parents to track and review student progress.
- Contribute to the development of strategies to enhance student learning and well-being.
What we require:
- Previous experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students
- A compassionate and proactive approach to supporting student development.
- A good understanding of the challenges some students face in learning and the strategies that can support them.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the varied needs of students.
- A commitment to promoting equal opportunities and safeguarding.
- Enhanced DBS check on the online update service or willing to get one
What we offer:
- Full Time Position / Temp to Perm (Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm)
- Competitive pay rates
- Dedicated Consultants available 24/7 to support your employment needs
- Friendly, supportive school environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
- A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification or a background in education or care (NVQ, CACHE, Degree, or equivalent)
- Experience supporting children with SEND
- Passionate working with young children or adults with disabilities
Location – Kendal
Role Type: Full time / Part time/ Temp – Perm
Pay Rate: £14.60 – £16.90 per hour
If you’re ready to inspire young minds and advance your teaching career, apply today
Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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