Ba Hons Education Or Early Childhood Studies Graduate

Simply Education is a leading Education Recruitment Agency dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences to students with Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges within the settings we support. We prioritize both academic and life skills development to empower our students and maximize their opportunities for success.

We are seeking a dynamic individual with a BA Hons Education orBA HonsEarly Childhood degree to join our team as a Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting our students within our SEND and SEMH setting across Cheshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the educational journey of young individuals.

Role; Full Time Teaching Assistant

Start Date: 22nd April 2024

Contract: Full-time, Long-term contract

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of tailored educational programs to meet the diverse needs of students with SEND and SEMH.

• Provide one-on-one support and small group instruction to students, fostering academic growth and personal development.

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

• Build strong relationships with students, promoting confidence and self-esteem.

• Assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies and interventions.

• Support students in developing essential life skills to enhance their overall well-being and future prospects.

Requirements:

• BA Hons Education orBA HonsEarly Childhood degree.

• Passion for making a difference in students' educational journeys.

• Understanding of the importance of providing both academic and life skills education.

• Effective communication skills and ability to build rapport with students and colleagues.

• Commitment to promoting inclusivity and diversity within the educational setting.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Advantages of working within the Special Needs sector include:

• Shorter working hours which will help you to establish a better work life balance.

• Full training provided; no prior experience within the classroom required.

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic educational environment.

• Smaller class sizes where you can really get to know your students

• More non-contact time so marking can be done during the working hours

• Flexibility within the curriculum meaning you can be creative with your approach.

• Satisfaction in supporting and seeing students reach their full potential.

• Complimentary lunch

The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:

• Your own dedicated consultant who will support, advise, and guide you through the registration process. I have over 13 years of experience within the education sector working my way up from a teaching assistant to a qualified SENCo.

• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone/text/email – That can answer any arising questions or needs.

• Exclusive access to our Educational Development Managers – We offer several SEND courses such as Autism Awareness, De-escalation Practices, An introduction to the role of a Cover Supervisor and Behaviour management. All our courses are completely free and will help you to upskill you’re understanding and approach.

• Competitive rates of pay.

• Minimal administration (no time sheets!) – At Simply Education we pride ourselves in making the process easier for you as candidates. We process all timesheets for you ensuring the pay is always on time.

• Email and SMS verification of bookings – For all bookings you will receive a booking confirmation and directs to the school. You will also have access to an online diary system where you can view your bookings and update your availability.

• Opportunities for growth: opportunities for career advancement and personal growth within our school community. As a team we will work closely with our educational development team to ensure we can achieve an appropriate and achievable step in your career progression.

If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in education, where every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to become a valued member of our team and help us create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all our students. Alternatively, please call Emma Bloore at the Cheshire Branch for an informal chat about the role.

REF: ENB-CW2-BAED