Are you a dedicated and adaptable individual looking to make a positive impact on the lives of young learners in Preston, Leyland and Chorley?
If so, Tradewind Recruitment invites you to join our team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to undertake short and long term assignments in schools across the Preston, Kirkham, Chorley and Leyland areas, including primary, secondary, PRU (Pupil Referral Units), and alternative provisions.
Tradewind Recruitment is a leading teaching agency committed to matching passionate education professionals with opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality staffing solutions to schools, enabling them to maintain continuity in their teaching and support teams.
Daily rates of pay available from £87.50 - £95, dependent upon experience and level of role/ qualification. And Tradewind proudly pay you directly via PAYE through our own amazing in-house payroll team, without the need to sign up with a third party umbrella company!!
Key Responsibilities:
*Assist classroom teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
*Provide support to students with a range of additional needs on a 1:1 or small group basis.
*Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment for children with special educational needs, such as autism, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, physical disabilities, profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), and learning difficulties.
*Adapt to different school settings, including primary, secondary, PRU, and alternative provisions.
*Be flexible and available for day-to-day or short-term assignments.
Requirements:
*A passion for working with children with special educational needs and a desire to contribute to their development.
*Flexibility and willingness to commute within Preston, Kirkham, Chorley or Leyland.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*Relevant experience in an educational or childcare setting is an advantage.
*Level 2, 3 or 4 teaching assistant qualifications or relevant degree honours are highly sought after by our schools.
*A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
In order to register with Tradewind to work as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will need to:
*Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure - or hold a DBS currently subscribed to DBS Update Service.
*Provide overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and undergo professional reference checks.
*Ensure your CV covers all employment and education since leaving secondary school.
*Have the legal right to work in the UK.
Some of the benefits of working as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant with Tradewind include:
*Competitive daily rates of pay.
*Ongoing professional development and training opportunities through the National College, with over 2500 certified CPD courses available.
*Access to a dedicated and experienced consultant who will support your career progression.
*Opportunities to work in a variety of educational settings across the Preston, Kirkham, Chorley and Leyland areas.
*A chance to make a positive impact on the lives of young learners.
*Opportunity of working towards securing a long term or permanent position
If you’re ready to take the next step in your educational career and join our team of dedicated special needs professionals, please apply today by sending your CV or for more information about the role, contact Adam Chester on or email .