Job Description

Secondary Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced SEND teaching assistant ready to make a meaningful impact now and as we move into Term 2 in January 2025? Your skills are in demand, and we're keen to connect with you!

Stafflex Education is actively partnering with secondary schools and academies across Kirklees, Calderdale, and Wakefield, urgently seeking committed SEND Teaching Assistants for both immediate and January 2025 starts. We have day-to-day, long-term, and permanent positions to offer.

About the Role:
In this role, you'll work one-on-one with secondary pupils with additional needs, providing crucial support in various curriculum subjects, helping them develop social skills, and ensuring they stay engaged and on track academically. You'll collaborate closely with classroom teachers and offer assistance to the broader class as needed, helping to create a positive, inclusive environment.

Why Choose Stafflex Education?

• Immediate Opportunities & Term 2 Placements - Start working now or plan ahead for January 2025
• Holiday Pay - Separate holiday pay, ensuring paid time off when it suits you
• Weekly PAYE Payments - Managed by our dedicated in-house payroll team
• Stafflex Hub Access - Easily communicate your availability and access training resources through our app
• Professional Guidance - Receive support and advice from our team of experienced educators
• Local Assignments - We work to place you in schools that match your preferences and are close to home
• 24/7 Phone Support - Around-the-clock assistance whenever you need it

Requirements:

• Recent Secondary Experience - Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils, ideally in a one-on-one capacity
• SEND/SEMH Expertise - Proven ability to support students with SEND or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Minimum Qualifications - Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• Nurturing Approach - Strong behaviour management skills and a caring, supportive manner
• Collaborative Skills - Ability to work effectively with students and staff
• Detailed Work History - A comprehensive CV showing 10 years' employment history, with explanations for any gaps
• Safeguarding Compliance - Enhanced DBS, professional references, and Overseas Police Clearances (where applicable)
• Legal Right to Work - Eligibility to work in the UK
• Face-to-Face Registration - Willingness to attend an in-person registration interview

At Stafflex, we pride ourselves on being a family-run, independent agency with a strong sense of community. We prioritise supportive relationships with both our temporary staff and our partner schools, offering a friendly, honest, and ethical approach to recruitment.

Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply today or call us using the details on our website to explore how Stafflex can support your career in secondary education, whether you're ready to start now or are planning ahead for Term 2.

Stafflex Education is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to safeguarding. All candidates will undergo thorough compliance checks, including enhanced DBS and references, to ensure student safety.