ASD Teaching Assistant

4672785
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Market Harborough
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Teaching Assistant
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Competitive

SEN Teaching Assistant - Market Harborough

Hays are currently working with a SEN Secondary School near Market Harborough to find a SEN Teaching Assistant to support its students in preparing for adulthood. The ideal candidate has experience supporting young people with PMLD and/or SLD in an educational setting. If this sounds like you, please submit your profile using our portal or give us a call on 0116 253 2389.

Your new school
This school believes in supporting its students in preparing for adulthood and focusses on key areas including communication, independent living and future destinations. The school supports children with cognition and learning needs and all children at the school have an EHCP, with the school’s main needs being PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities) and SLD (Severe Learning Disabilities). The school has created its own curriculum to support the students and their development into adults and has fantastic facilities to support their students, including a fantastic sensory offering to encourage student engagement.

Your new role
In your new job as a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with a team of like-minded practitioners to support pupils with PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities) and SLD (Severe Learning Disabilities) to thrive in this welcoming and happy environment. Hays Teaching Assistants make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who have a range of care needs, life experiences and personalities which make every day different! You’ll benefit from on-going support from your Hays consultant, Hollie, who will be there for you throughout this placement and beyond.

What you need to succeed
To succeed in your new job, you’ll have a minimum of 1 years’ experience working with pupils who have PMLD or SLD, ideally in an educational setting. You’ll be able to adapt to the needs of students across Key Stages with previous experience supporting children with communication and/or sensory needs. Most importantly, you’ll be confident stepping into a new school and ready to quickly build relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.

What you'll get in return
  • Competitive, Weekly Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay which fairly reward your hard work
  • Flexible Opportunities: Work around your schedule for a better work/life balance, without compromising on commitments
  • Professional Development: Access a range of resources to support your career growth including a dedicated consultant
  • Exclusive Job Opportunities: Get first access to live job opportunities in Leicestershire
  • Hays also offers an excellent Refer A Friend scheme worth £250 in high street vouchers

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call Hollie on 0116 253 2389.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job in Primary Education, call Hollie for a confidential discussion about your career.

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