About this job
Veritas Education is looking to appoint an experienced 121 Teaching Assistant with a background in additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, Asperger's and Down Syndrome to work at a primary school based in LS14. We are searching for people who are hard-working, passionate, and resilient to start this exciting new career and to help support children and young people in their educational journey. Individuals with little to no experience are encouraged to apply as additional training can be offered to support you. This will be a full time permanent role to start as soon as possible.
Role
Working closely with small groups of learners in a classroom setting, supporting them with their work and breaking down the barriers to learning.Working closely with the class teacher to maintain and control pupil behaviour throughout the lesson, if needed enforcing the behaviour policies of the school.Communicate with the SENCO/Behaviour managers regarding pupils' behaviour throughout the day and contributing to any serious incidents (Team Teach can be offered to support this)Ensuring students remain on task, work is completed and logging pupils progress and engagement.Ideal candidate
Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable but not a necessityAt least 2 references from previous educational employmentThe ability to take initiative and adapt to different situationsGreat behaviour management skillsEnthusiastic and encouraging in all aspects of a child's learning developmentExcellent communication skillsRequirements
DBS check or willing to apply once registering with usEligible to work in the UKAdditional training is desirable but not essentialWhat we can offer you
Excellent daily ratesWeekly pay straight to your accountThe chance to enhance your skills through CPD trainingSupportive and approachable consultants on the other end of the phoneWe would love to hear from you, so please get in touch with myself Molly Perry on 0113 403 2200 or alternatively, you can email me on mperry@veritas-education.com with an up-to-date CV.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
