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SalaryRole: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Torton, Kidderminster
Pay/Salary: £24,377 - £26,582 p/annum
Hours: 40 hours per week - Term Time Only
About the company
Randstad are excited to be working with a client that believes in giving people the opportunities they need to lead fulfilling, independent lives. Established in 2015, they are now the UK's sixth largest provider of education, care and support services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities!
They own a network of pioneering schools, colleges and residential homes. Armed with dedicated and experienced staff, they work in collaboration with specialist teams of professionals to enable every young person to explore and develop their own unique talents, skills and abilities. We want you to be part of the impact and to join the team being built at a brand new school in Torton!
The Role
You will have the opportunity to support the children with their learning and general wellbeing to ensure every child is equipped to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. Your expertise in planning and assessing learning activities will directly impact the progress of students with special educational needs. Collaborating closely with the teacher, you'll play a key role in monitoring and reporting their development, making a real difference in their educational experience. Your positive influence on behaviour and adaptability to changes will create a supportive environment crucial for their growth and well-being. You will experience making a meaningful impact on the lives of these children, contributing to their overall development and fostering a positive learning environment.
Your experience is not just appreciated; it's essential.
What you will need
Experience working with SEN in an employed or voluntary setting
Full UK driving licence absolutely necessary, as you will be required to transport pupils to and from school and also engage in off-site enrichment activities which requires transportation
Working towards Level 2 award in Support work in schools or an equivalent is desirable
GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above qualification is essential.
Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
Knowledge or experience of pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD
Commitment to the role, the desire to put the child first and treat them as an individual
Be positive and creative in meeting pupils' needs
What you get in return!
Being part of our successful teams comes with some benefit from a generous package that includes:
Full training and continued support
Opportunity to gain qualifications, which will be funded by us!
Perkbox subscription
Life assurance and pension
Car lease scheme
Bike to work scheme
Free parking
Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more.
How we can help you
Don't fret if you need some support with your application. When applying with Randstad we can offer you the best support to get you hired. We've got a great relationship with the client which you can use to your advantage, perhaps help you write your CV if you need help, and we'll make sure you feel ready and prepared for your interview too.
What to do
If you are ready to apply and grow within yourself and this fabulous company, then - go for it and apply. Please forward us your CV.
Alternatively if you wanted to just have a quick chat before applying, please contact myself at (phone number removed) or you can email
Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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