Inclusion Support Assistant - Leeds
- Are you looking for a new role that will challenge you to grow?
- Do you feel like you could be thriving in a job where every day is different?
- Are you looking to have a direct impact on the lives of young people?
If so, this could be the role for you. Committed to enhancing learning in a nurturing environment, we are searching for a reliable, resilient and responsible individual to provide ongoing, one-to-one support to a pupil with special educational needs.
Patient and warm, you will be tasked with forging a strong relationship with this pupil and creating a safe, enthused learning environment in which they can truly begin to thrive in the educational career. If you feel this could be you, apply today to find out more!
About the role:
This is a full time position on a long term contract, starting in September 2024.
We welcome applicants with:
- One year minimum prior experience as a teaching assistant.
- A good understanding of working with students with ASD, learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.
- Enthusiastic about raising the attainment of their pupils and delivering the secure, welcoming and warm learning environment that they deserve.
- You will ideally have experience of supporting children with special educational needs or will have a passion to work with students with special educational needs.
The ideal candidate:
- Patient, flexible and resilient manner.
- Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children with special educational needs.
- You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.
- By being proactive, flexible and taking initiative, you will be assisting the class teacher to create a safe space where our pupils can truly shine.
- Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils and staff alike, to support pupils in conjunction with a much wider support network.
About us:
We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.
- Get paid generously, in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Free CPD sessions
- Your own dedicated consultant
- £50 'Refer a Friend' bonus vouchers
- 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.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.
All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.
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We look forward to hearing from you!