Bank SEND Teaching Assistant

Engage Education is working with a lovely specialist SEND school in Pudsey that is looking to expand its bank staff team. This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistants who are looking for flexible work that fits around their availability, with opportunities to support pupils on a day-to-day basis.

The school caters for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties and complex needs. They are looking for reliable, caring individuals who can step in when required and make a positive difference to pupils’ learning and development.

About the role

As a Bank SEND Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in a specialist setting while supporting pupils and the wider school team as and when cover is needed.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with autism, severe learning difficulties and profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD).
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils access learning activities.
• Helping create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils and adapting your approach to meet their individual needs.
• Supporting classroom activities, communication and personal development.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent, high-quality care and education.

Who are we looking for?

We welcome applications from candidates who have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, as well as those who are passionate about developing a career in specialist education.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible, reliable and available to work on an ad hoc basis.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic about supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Confident taking initiative and adapting to different classroom environments.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Experienced in supporting pupils with complex needs, autism or PMLD, although a genuine passion for SEND is also valued.

Experience in Theatre in Education (TIE), children’s workshops or similar settings would also be beneficial.

This role is ideal for anyone looking to gain valuable SEND experience while maintaining flexibility over when they work.

Why work with Engage Education?

At Engage Education, we are committed to providing excellent support, professional development and opportunities for education staff to thrive.

When you join our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive pay in line with national scales, with AWR compliance.
• Flexible bank work to suit your availability.
• Free CPD sessions to support your professional development.
• Your own dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements.
• A £50 Amazon voucher when you successfully refer a friend.

How to apply

If you are interested in flexible bank work and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of pupils with SEND, we would love to hear from you.

Apply below or get in touch with Engage Education directly to find out more.

All candidates must have the appropriate qualifications for the role. A valid enhanced DBS check is required before starting work, and full assistance with the process can be provided where needed.

If you are not contacted within two working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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