Join Our Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant at Tradewind in Runcorn!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? Tradewind is looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our dynamic team at a leading SEN School in Runcorn.

About the School: Our school is a vibrant and supportive learning environment catering to children aged 11-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We are committed to providing personalised education that meets each student's unique needs and helps them achieve their full potential.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Runcorn Age Group: 11-19 Specialisms: SLD, MLD, ASD

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with SLD, MLD, and ASD in their daily learning activities.
• Work closely with teachers to implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment.
• Assist in the development of social skills and independence.
• Provide one-on-one support where needed to enhance learning and personal development.
• Engage with students in both academic and extracurricular activities.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school community.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with SEN, particularly SLD, MLD, and ASD.
• A caring and patient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant qualifications or willingness to undergo training.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

To be considered for this position you will:
- have previous school experience and be familiar with the SIMS system
- Be a committed professional
- Be an organised, enthusiastic proactive person
-Hold a child workforce enhanced DBS certificate which is on the update service, or be willing to apply for a new one (costs refunded back to you when you complete 20 days work)
-have satisfactory references
-have a CV must that covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained;
- Have the legal right to work in the UK.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position of a SEN Teaching Assistant.

1.As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we're committed to putting candidates & staff first
2. We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates
3. Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request)
4. More free CPD courses than any other education recruiter
5. Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard