Connex - Liverpool
SEND Teaching Assistant
Southport,Sefton
£425-£475 per week depending on experience
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK
About the role:
Connex Education are working with a primary School in Southport who have a SEND resource provision which caters for pupils with Autism. They are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible to cover a long term absence.
About the School:
This excellent faith School is in the heart of the community, they have a 24 place provision for pupils diagnosed with ASD. All who have EHCP’s. In the base, the staff are committed to enable children to flourish and to develop independence. This is a calm and nurturing provision that follow a themed concepts curriculum which is personalised and bespoke to meet the individual needs of the pupils.
Assignment details:
This is a full-time role and will commence asap. This will consist of working Monday-Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm. There is chance of a direct contract for the right candidate. This is ideal for a TA who has experience of supporting ASD pupils and who want to make a difference in a positive learning environment.
Benefits of working for Connex Education:
• Competitive daily rate paid weekly
• Free access to our SEND toolkit skills development
• Support from your dedicated consultant
• Career progression
• Refer a friend scheme (£200 vouchers)
Person specification:
• Experience of supporting pupils with Autism.
• Be understanding and empathetic with the ability to help pupils self -regulate.
• Promoting life skills and empowering pupils by building confidence.
• Be engaging and using a person-centered approach.
• Be willing to work as a team and collaborate with families to implement behaviour management strategies.
• Able to provide a DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
If you are interested in applying for this SEND Teaching Assistant role then please apply today.
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.