Job Description

SEN Pupil Support Assistant

Harrogate - 20 hours per week Term Time only 11.15 am to 3.15 pm

(salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

January 2025 / ASAP

The School and Role

We are working closely with a school in the Harrogate area who caters for a wide range of Special Educational Needs. The pupils have varying needs such as CMLN (Complex and Multiple Learning Needs), moderate or severe learning difficulties, social, emotional mental health needs (SEMH) or autism.

Requirements

The desired Teaching Assistant will have;

• Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate effectively at all levels
• Childcare Qualification at Level 2 (or equivalent) is desirable
• Ability to deal effectively with students presenting challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques as appropriate
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Knowledge and experience of behaviour management and restorative strategies
• A commitment to and a passion for building a brighter future for young people with Special Educational Needs
• Having a driving licence is desirable for this role

What we offer
As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)