Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a SEN teaching assistant to join our client, a mainstream secondary school in Oldham. It is a full-time position starting ASAP, on a probationary basis until the end of the academic year, to become a permanent role in September 2024.

You will be working 1:1 with students with varying needs, supporting in classes to keep them on task, and supporting the class teacher with behaviour management. Previous experience working with children with SEN would be desirable, however not mandatory as full training will be provided.

The school:

• The school is a newly established medium sized co-educational secondary school, that is currently not running at full occupancy.

• The school is looking to expand in the coming years, offering excellent opportunites for career development.

• The school are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join them for the remainder of the academic year.

• The school has a great reputation in the local community and is continually oversubscribed.

The role:

• Liaising with the school’s SENCO and other members of staff to produce individual targets and support plans to pupils.
• Encouraging the participation of pupils both socially and academically
• Facilitating children’s cognitive development by removing barriers to learning tailored to each students needs

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or individuals with Special Educational Needs
• Patient and kind demeanour
• Passion for helping others
• Obtain an enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one

Benefits:

• Competitive pay package dependant on experience
• Career progression opportunities
• Full training provided
• Support from a large and welcoming body of staff
• Access to schools excellent CPD programme

If you are interested in the role, please apply today with an up-to-date CV. All applicants will be contacted within 2 working days.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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