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Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Area: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Rate: £90 - £120 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
About The School
We are partnering with a fantastic specialist school in Wakefield that supports students with a range of special educational needs (SEN), including autism, learning disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student can thrive.
As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, You Will
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with a range of SEN.
- Assist in the delivery of tailored learning to meet EHCP goals and individual needs.
- Support students with social and emotional development, as well as academic progress.
- Work alongside the class teacher and SENCO to implement strategies and adaptations that support inclusive education.
- Foster a positive and supportive learning environment to help students engage with their learning.
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What We're Looking For
- Experience working with students with SEN, ideally within a school setting.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting children with additional needs.
- A passion for inclusive education and a commitment to helping children make progress.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods and support strategies to suit individual students.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
To Be Eligible, You Must
- Hold Right to Work in the UK.
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application.
- Provide two professional child-related references.
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Why Work With Us?
- Competitive daily rate based on experience.
- Work in a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs.
- Long-term, stable role with potential for future opportunities.
If you are an enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) looking for a rewarding role in Wakefield, please apply with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.
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