Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a career change and want to start working in SEN?

Are you ready to support, care for and make a difference to children and young people?

Are you able to take on a term time role working only Monday-Friday?
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Holiday: 13 weeks paid holiday.
I’m looking for a compassionate and resilient individual to join an Outstanding Specialist School. This Exceptional school groups students by ability, with a personalised curriculum structured around core skills as well as life and work skills.

Supporting these students can sometimes be very challenging, but you will be well supported by a fantastic, comprehensive induction programme and the ongoing support of a skilled and dedicated team. This school prides itself on the excellence of its staff and offers a variety of training courses and career progression to help you achieve your career goals.

You will be supporting students aged 5 to 19 with severe communication difficulties and complex learning disabilities. You will be supporting education in the school and college.
**You don’t need school-based experience to succeed in this role. **What you need is resilience, empathy, and the drive to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
**Benefits of working with this school**:

- Up to a £1,000 Retention Bonus.
- Free hot meals while on duty
- Local leisure centre discount on gym, swim, and classes
- A two year nationally accredited TA qualification with dedicated training
- QCF level 3 diploma in Health and Social Care/Residential Childcare qualification
- Comprehensive 5-day induction programme
- Fantastic opportunities for career progression in Education, Therapies or Care
- Employee Assistance Service (confidential, professional wellbeing and counselling service, 24/7)
**Benefits of working with Masterclass**:

- Supportive consultant team
- Expert consultants able to find the best role suitable for you
- Competitive weekly pay
- Support throughout your education career
- Some of the best schools available to you
- Flexible working hours
- Free MCE training- Hold a valid UK Driving license due to remote location
- Personal or professionalexperience with children and disabilities
- Have relevant GCSE qualifications in Math and English, Grade C and above
- Able to remain calm and resilient in high pressure environments
- Commitment to safeguarding students and young people
**How to apply**

If you have any further questions regarding this role, then please do not hesitate to contact us on 01403 885 779.
Alternatively, refer a friend for the position and receive £100 once they have worked just 10 days.**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm, Temporary contract, Permanent

**Salary**: £13,498.00-£17,427.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Signing bonus

Application question(s):

- Are you available to work the hours required?
- Do you have any personal or professional experience with sen?

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: TA - Ewhurst