Teaching Assistant (5715)

Full Time, Permanent, SEN Teaching Assistant job vacancy close to the Cheadle Hulme area of Greater Manchester. 6 Months Fixed Term Contract to start Asap.

This job vacancy is close to the Cheshire border and may also suit candidates in Wythenshawe, Bramhall, Handforth, Wilmslow, and other nearby areas of Greater Manchester and Cheshire.

Benefits

• £12.37 To £13.49 per hour.
• Fixed Term Contract for 6 months.
• Full-time hours, 40-hours per week, term-time only.
• Fully funded support towards further qualifications.
• Discount scheme - money off food bills, internet, restaurants, and more.
• Health cash plan & employee assistance programme.
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000.

The school & your role
You could be joining an outstanding Specialist School for young people aged 5 - 19, who face difficulties as the result of complex communication needs associated with Autism. Every member of the team has a common goal to empower the young people through learning so they can achieve their goals and a positive future.

As their SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work 1:1 with children and support their learning and well-being. You will be key in positive behaviour management, promoting independence and personal development, and supporting the class teacher.

Criteria

• Experience working with SEN in an employed or voluntary setting ideally in school setting.
• Knowledge or experience of pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD - essential.
• GCSE Maths and English Level 3 or above qualification - essential.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car - desirable.

Compliance

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all convictions and cautions, including those that may be "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in its care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

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