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Classroom Support Assistant
location
Sheffield
contract type
Full-time
contract term
Long-term, Permanent
salary
£420 to £445 per week
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FH-586-CSA
Apply by
03 January 2025
Job start
06 January 2025

Vision for Education are seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality education for children aged 11 to 19 with a wide range of complex needs such as autism spectrum disorders, severe learning difficulties, sensory processing issues

About the role

Classroom Support Assistant

Temporary - permanent (Full time)

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Pay - £420 - £445 per week

Start date: 6th January 2025 – Flexible start dates

The Role and School

This role will be in a supportive and inclusive school based in Sheffield, dedicated to providing high-quality education for children aged 11 to 19 with a wide range of complex needs such as autism spectrum disorders, severe learning difficulties, sensory processing issues, physical disabilities, speech and language impairments, emotional and behavioural disorders, and health conditions that impact learning. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

As a Classroom Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in implementing individualised education plans and adapting activities to meet the diverse learning requirements of each student. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include assisting with lesson preparations, setting up engaging learning environments, and providing both one-on-one and group support during various activities. You will help manage classroom behaviour with positive reinforcement strategies and provide additional guidance to pupils who require extra support, ensuring they feel included and motivated.

The school promotes a child-centred approach, with a strong emphasis on collaboration among staff, parents, and external professionals. You will work closely with a dedicated team of educators who share a common goal of enhancing the educational experience for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This collaborative spirit extends to regular team meetings and professional development opportunities, allowing for continuous improvement in practices and strategies to support our learners effectively.

Requirements

The desired Classroom Support Assistant will have.

  • Experience with SEND: Previous experience working with children with special needs.
  • Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training and development in SEND
  • Patience and Empathy: Understanding and compassionate approach to support.
  • Adaptability: Ability to adjust support based on individual student needs.

What we offer
As a Classroom Support Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are a SEND Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on 0114 5530900 or email francesca.halit@visionforeducation.co.uk

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