SEN Teaching Assistant - Chester

At the Educate Group, we have the same outlook as you… We know that enabling positive outcomes for young children isn’t an overnight fix, and that there will be many long hours ahead.

But together, we can do this…

That’s why we need committed and enthusiastic individuals like you to join our existing team of supply SEN Teaching Assistants. We work with primary and Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools across the area and are inundated with part-time and full-time hours. Free training is available for suitable candidates who lack previous child-based experience.

If you are eager to start every day with a fresh outlook - we would love to hear from you. Our work with children isn’t about us; we are a team of educators and school support staff who simply work towards ensuring children are provided with the necessary support to access education.

If you are considering a career in teaching, this role offers an excellent opportunity to gain real-life, practical classroom experience and free training which is provided by our own team of educators.

Benefits of joining the Educate Group:

• Led by experienced educators with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Provides staffing solutions to schools with a commitment to high-quality support for partner schools.
• Offers flexible work arrangements to achieve a work-life balance.
• Provides opportunities to build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools in the area.
• Offers free regular training from a team of educators.
• Opportunity to apply for initial teacher training with Educate ITT and link schools.
• Potential for permanent job placement if available.

Responsibilities of an Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant:

• Support the teacher in preparing classroom materials.
• Assist individual students and manage student behaviour.
• Assess progress and provide feedback.
• Create a positive learning environment, providing support during activities.
• Help with administrative tasks.
• Follow school policies and procedures.

 Requirements of an Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant:

• No qualifications are required, although good standards of literacy and numeracy are needed.
• Experience working with children or young people would be beneficial. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Registrations required to be an Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.

Notes:

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on (phone number removed).