Peripatetic Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

Description:

Peripatetic Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant - Temp-to-Perm

Location: Chapel-en-le-Frith / High Peak Area
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Hours: Full-Time, 5 Days per Week - 37 Hours, Term Time
Pay: Competitive rate, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll
Mileage: 45p per mile for travel between sites

Premier Education is working with a specialist education setting in the Chapel-en-le-Frith area seeking an experienced Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for someone experienced in supporting young people with challenging behaviour, additional needs, or those who have become disengaged from mainstream education.

The role is varied and involves working with pupils aged 11-16 who have been permanently excluded from mainstream education and are following individual education pathways. Much of the work will take place off-site on a 1:1 basis, including supporting pupils in their homes and other appropriate community settings.

As the role involves travelling between different locations and occasionally transporting pupils, a full UK driving licence, access to your own car and appropriate business insurance are essential. Mileage between sites will be paid at 45p per mile.

The Role:

Providing 1:1 educational support to young people outside a traditional classroom environment
Supporting pupils in their homes and other appropriate community settings
Delivering and supporting Maths, English and personal development work
Helping pupils develop their literacy and numeracy skills
Building positive relationships with pupils who may be disengaged from education
Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, learning difficulties and complex needs
Helping young people improve their confidence, independence and engagement with education
Monitoring pupil progress, wellbeing and engagement
Maintaining accurate pupil records and contributing to assessments
Working closely with families, pastoral teams, safeguarding staff and other professionals
Carrying out safe and well visits where attendance is a concern
Supporting pupils when visiting alternative provisions or new schools as part of reintegration
Managing your own timetable and caseload effectively
Travelling between different education sites, homes and community settings as required

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience working with young people in a UK education setting is essential
Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and/or complex needs
Confidence working independently with pupils on a 1:1 basis
Ability to support Maths and English at Entry Level, Functional Skills or lower GCSE level
Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations
Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Patient, resilient, approachable and able to build positive relationships with young people and their families
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Comfortable with lone and peripatetic working
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential
Business insurance is required
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What's on Offer:

Full-time role - 5 days per week
Temp-to-perm opportunity
37 hours per week during term time
45p per mile mileage allowance for travelling between sites
Varied role working with young people on individual education pathways
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils who have struggled within mainstream education
Competitive rates of pay
Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll while working through Premier Education
Ongoing support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant
Opportunity to move into a permanent position with the settingPremier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves significant safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.
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