Details:
- Salary: £92.63 - 105 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Taunton
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Join Our Dedicated Team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Taunton!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support students with special needs? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Special Needs School, Taunton
Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. Our school caters to secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including:
Autism
Asperger's Syndrome
ADHD
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to our students, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting individual students and small groups with their learning and development
Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials
Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress
Promoting positive behavior and social interactions
Providing personal care and assistance as needed
What We Offer:
Competitive daily pay rate of £92.63 to £105.36
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
A supportive and friendly working environment
The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people
Requirements:
Previous experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable
A patient, caring, and resilient attitude
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and make a difference, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive to apply or for more information:
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)
Join us in creating a positive and empowering learning environment for our students. Apply today and be a part of something truly special!
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment