Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind are recruiting! Are you a teaching assistant with an interest in special education needs looking for opportunities in Rochdale?
Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant.
This is a temporary full-time long-term supply role for a teaching assistant on an ongoing basis.
The Role
SEND Teaching Assistant at special needs school in Rochdale
Five days a week 8.30am to 3.30pm
Supporting pupils with Autism, Learning Difficulties, Sensory & Communication Needs.
Working in small groups and 1:1.
Working collaboratively with the class teacher and other Teaching Assistants.
Managing emotions and behaviour so that teacher can focus on learning.
Supporting the class teacher in the implementation and progress of Individual Education Plans.
Liaising the outside professionals and parents when required.
Reporting on progress and incidents.
While an experienced SEND teaching assistant is preferred, the school are happy to consider applications from teaching assistants with experience of working with children with SEND in mainstream primary or secondary schools.
The School
Good Ofsted 2023
Oversubscribed Special School for children aged 11 to 16
All pupils have an education, health and care plan for their social, emotional and mental health needs. Most pupils also have secondary needs, including autism spectrum disorder and speech, language and communication needs
Excellent facilities for teaching and learning.
Supportive senior leadership team
To join us and be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will need to:
- A minimum of 3 months recent experience of working as a teaching assistant in a UK school supported by detailed references
- Teaching assistant qualifications would be beneficial but not essential
- This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks
- Provide a CV with full employment/education history included and any employment breaks must be explained
- Have the legal right to work full time in the UK with no restrictions
By registering with Tradewind, you will benefit from:
Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent
Access to over 2,500 free training courses, thanks to our partnership with The National College.
A generous referral scheme – recommend a friend and earn a reward
Full interview preparation and assistance – so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
Our payroll team are onsite in London. Not offshore, not through a third party. We don't leave candidate service or pay to chance.
Holiday pay – You choose if you want to be paid inclusive of holiday pay or bank this to claim in the school holidays.
Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants
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To be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position, or to hear more about other roles for teaching assistant in Rochdale please call the Manchester office on , or email
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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