SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you have the dedication and enthusiasm to support students in their educational journey? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with special educational needs within our network of schools in Bristol and the surrounding areas.Randstad offers you these exciting Benefits: Continuous career development opportunitiesYour own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application processFree accredited training, both online and on-siteTA support in classesWeekly pay and competitive daily ratesEarn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend and is subject to terms and conditionsBenefits to you when working at this school:Working in a school with many great facilities, which provide a huge range of opportunities to support excellent learning and development of pupilsSupportive Senior Leadership TeamThe opportunity for a permanent post and gain experience in the SEN sectorBeing part of a passionate teamAdditional accredited training/CPD - Commitment to your continuing professional development through free training including adverse childhood experiences, safeguarding, Team teaching, and working with Autism.This role is best suited for individuals who can: Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groupsSupport the teacher in delivering informative and engaging lessonsSupport students with challenging behaviorPrepare for lessons (e.g. preparing resources, putting out equipment)Support with some of the pupils' additional care needs (e.g. feeding, toileting)Support the children in completing day-to-day tasks around the classroom and with their learningEnsure that pupils are safeguarded and supportedTo be considered for this role, you must have the following: Eligibility to work in UKEnhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to get oneExperience working with children or young people with additional care needs2 recent professional references Experience with challenging behaviorsA calm & caring personalityA strong and resilient personality and be committed to pupils' developmentReading, writing, numeracy and communication skillsTeam Teach trained - or willing to attend trainingThe successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated, hardworking, and talented staff in an attractive and well-resourced learning environment, guided and supported by the class teacher and senior leadership team at a school with a clear vision that prioritizes the well-being of their students.So Hurry! Apply now and start a wonderful career in Education with the support of Randstad!experienceNon Teachingskillscommunication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skillsqualificationsNVQ level 2