SEN Teaching assistant required: Wakefield

At Engage Education, we know that Special provision schools run on a quality pool of support staff. It is now more vital than ever that students within SEND settings have access to the highest quality, structured support that ensures all children and young people are well prepared for further education, employment and participation in society.

Engage Education are recruiting for SEN teaching assistants for a nurturing, welcoming and warm school for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and day 6 provision, based in Wakefield. If you are someone who wants to make a lasting impact on children's lives, then this role is for you! We are on the lookout for a warm, nurturing and adaptable individual who can create strong and lasting relationships with both students and staff alike, and approaches the day with a smile on their face!

Students will have the following learning needs:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs

• Challenging Behaviour

• Cognition and Learning

• Communication and Interaction

• Sensory / Physical needs

You do NOT need to have previous experience working in a school as we can offer online training to upskill your knowledge of working with young people.

We would love to hear from graduates or those with transferable skills who have an interest in working with children who have SEN.

About the role:

• Full-time positions available

• 1:1 support for special needs and lower ability pupils

• Supporting students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Specific Learning Difficulties, EBD and SEMH

• Supporting students with challenging behaviour

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)

• Free CPD sessions

• Your own dedicated consultant

• £150 'Refer a Friend' bonus

• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.

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