We are currently working with a special needs provision in Harrogate, North Yorkshire that is looking for an SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of complex needs and disabilities. The position will start in September 2025 and is for the full academic year and working on a full-time basis.
Job Specification
Assist pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical needs
To provide quality support to the class teacher and other teaching assistants
Be willing to work on a 121 basis and small groups
Be willing to provide personal/intimate care to students aged 2-19
Support students with their social and emotional development
Monitor and record the progress of the students and provide feedback to the class teacher and parents when required
Assist in creating visual aids, resources and learning materials to enhance the learning experience for each student
Provide positive reinforcement for students and encourage their development
Person specification
The successful candidate will have experience in a similar setting or have a strong care background
Has good communication skills and the ability to explain concepts clearly and effectively
Is patient empathetic and able to build strong working relationships with students and other members of staff
Has the ability to work as part of a team and also independently when required
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.
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New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.