Special needs teaching assistant

Blackpool, Lancashire
Randstad Education

Are you a dynamic TA with experience in SEND? Are you looking to make a difference in a young person’s life and make learning more accessible? Would you like to be part of a team and receive support and training? And lastly, are you available from January 2024? If this sounds like you then please keep reading!

Our client is a Blackpool based FY4 primary who are part of the ZEST academy alliance, their site is a beautiful Victorian school building who are fortunate to deliver a 21st Century education through our exciting, inspirational, global curriculum which focuses on four world issues; Culture, Conflict, Conservation and Communication. Their site can cater for over 600 pupils and is known for its inclusive provisions, supporting their 40% SEN/D population.

They are a school with high standards of education, safety, social awareness and endeavour to raise pupils who give back to the community.

They are currently seeking a 1:1 TA to support Monday – Friday term time (8:30-3:30) until Easter, to work with a Year 2 child who has spina bifida. All personal care will be provided by the parent. You will be required to support comprehension and development of understanding in learning. The hourly rate for this role starts at 12+ per hour based on experience and skills. We are ideally looking for someone with prior SEND or care experience with an understanding of working with children. This role is expected to run until October half term but could continue until the close of term in December.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of resources and activities for 1:1 support.
• Collaborate with the class manager and team to organise appropriate activities.
• Incorporate the child’s likes and interests into activities.
• Liaise with other professionals such as Teacher’s, TA, specialist support staff.
• Work closely with other LSAs and support staff.
• Monitor and track the development of the pupil In question and support personal development.
• Ensure the safety of your assigned pupil.
• Handover to the parent or carer at the end of the day.

Essential requirements

• Experience of working with young people.
• Experience of EHCP or IEP’s.
• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with young people.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
• Have experience with SEN or knowledge learning difficulties.
• TA qualified.

Associated Benefits

• Onsite / Local parking.
• Public Transport nearby.
• Competitive daily pay rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Support from an exciting network of Primary Schools.
• Access to free CPD.
• Support from your dedicated consultant who specialises in Primary Education.
• CV and application support.
• Discounts.
• Refer a friend Scheme with a reward of 300 love 3 shop vouchers.

Randstad is committed to the safety of young children; therefore all posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today to start your career in teaching with the support of Randstad Education and the Primary Schools. We are able to provide you with a network of opportunities in the local Primary Schools and access to CPD events.