SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Contract: Temporary to Permanent, Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £90-£95 per day (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Support learners aged 2-19 with PMLD and complex communication needs, including non-verbal learners

• Implement EHCP targets using communication- and sensory-based strategies

• Use alternative and augmentative communication methods, including Makaton, symbols, and objects of reference

• Provide sensory support, including sensory circuits where appropriate

• Support learners who may present challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies

• Support emotional development, co-regulation, and self-regulation

• Work effectively as part of a high staff-to-learner ratio team

• Contribute to off-site learning experiences where required

• Provide personal care in line with individual care plans and dignity standards

Requirements

• Experience working with learners with complex SEN needs

• Experience supporting challenging behaviour

• Experience providing personal care

• Patient, empathetic, resilient, and proactive approach

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and accurate record-keeping

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English, Maths, and Science

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