Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Full Time Position 30 hours per week Working days and hours- Monday to Friday (08:30am - 15:30pm) A Primary School based in Trafford are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Reception on a 1:1 basis. Some of the children have an Education Health Care Plan so experience working with this is desirable but not essential. They occasionally have challenging behaviour but mostly need support on an academic level. School can offer: A positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school; The support of a highly professional and committed staff team and the opportunity to expand your professional networks; The opportunity to develop your career within an expanding school; Exceptional professional development opportunities.On top of this, Tradewind are renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, a great referral bonus and termly networking & social events. We would like you to have: Essential A natural aptitude to work with children; NVQ Level 2 or 3 in 'Childcare' or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools' (equivalent qualifications accepted); An additional relevant SEN qualification; An understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education and their responsibilities for Safeguarding; A secure knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this SEND Support Assistant position, located in Trafford. For more information about the role, contact Stephen at Tradewind Manchester on (phone number removed)