Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Real Difference!Location: Wakefield, West YorkshireSalary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (Actual: £19,370.70 - £21,122.66, depending on experience)Hours: 37 hours per week - Term Time OnlyAre you passionate about changing young lives? We're seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team, supporting students aged 11-19 with complex needs such as autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you!Your Role:Support Learning & Development: Collaborate with professionals to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where students can succeed.Personalised Assistance: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with sensory and communication needs.Build Strong Relationships: Foster trust with students, ensuring a safe and welcoming learning atmosphere.Behaviour Management: Implement creative strategies to encourage positive behaviour, adapting to each student's unique needs.Personal Care: Offer assistance with personal care, ensuring students feel supported and respected.What We're Looking For:Experience working with SEN students (paid or voluntary).A Level 2 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (preferred but not essential).GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 2 or above) - essential.Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.A flexible and creative approach to adapt to individual learning needs.What We Offer:Career Development: Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.Perkbox Benefits: Discounts on everyday essentials like groceries, phone plans, and gym memberships.Comprehensive Package: Enhanced leave, sick pay, pension scheme, and life assurance.Health Cash Plan: Reimbursement for routine healthcare costs like dental and optician visits.24/7 Support: Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional guidance.Referral Bonus: £1,000 for recommending a friend (T&Cs apply).How to Apply: Interested? Apply online today! If you have questions, contact [email protected] applicants will undergo safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.We are committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding the welfare of the young people we support. Join us and make a real impact every day!experienceTeachingskillsability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience