Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)
Location: Wetherby, West Yorkshire
Agency: Career Teachers
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
About Us: At Career Teachers we are currently working with a nurturing and inclusive SEN school located in the heart of Wetherby. Who are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for students with autism and other special educational needs. Their dedicated team works collaboratively to ensure each student reaches their full potential.
Role Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team full-time. The successful candidate will work closely with students with autism and other special educational needs, providing tailored support to enhance their educational experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and delivery of individualized education programs (IEPs)
- Support students in their academic, social, and emotional development
- Implement strategies to manage and support challenging behaviors
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Monitor and record student progress and provide feedback to teachers and parents
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly autism
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Relevant qualifications or training in special education (desirable)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and we will be in touch.
INDLEETA
At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.
All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.
Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:
- Attend an interview in person;
- Give details for us to complete Reference checks;
- Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.