Skelmersdale & Ormskirk
£110-£115 per day
Monday to Friday | 08:30am-3:30pm | Full-Time | Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role within specialist education?
We are currently recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to work within specialist provisions across the Skelmersdale and Ormskirk areas. You will be supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access education, develop independence and reach their full potential.
The Role
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
Support primary and secondary-aged pupils within specialist education settings.
Assist pupils with learning, communication, social and emotional development.
Support pupils with a range of SEND and additional needs.
Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
Assist teachers with classroom activities and tailored learning plans.
Support pupils to manage their emotions and overcome barriers to learning.
Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement.
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs.
What We're Looking For
Experience supporting children, young people or adults with additional needs.
This experience can be gained either personally or professionally.
A caring, patient and resilient approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Confidence supporting individuals with a range of needs.
The ability to adapt to different specialist school environments.
A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
Essential Requirements
Enhanced Child DBS, or willingness to apply and pay for one.
A minimum of 24 months of professional employment references.
Previous personal or professional experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
The right to work in the UK.
Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday.
Ability to travel across the Skelmersdale and Ormskirk areas.
What We Offer
£110-£115 per day.
Full-time, consistent work.
Monday to Friday, 08:30am-3:30pm.
Term-time only.
The opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education.
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities.
If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for an ASAP start!
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
* You must have legal right to work in the UK
* You must be willing to attend a registration interview All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. We offer a market leading referral scheme, so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Liam Jones on remembering to include your details as well.
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Salary description
£110.00 - £115.00 per day