Five Education is looking for full-time teaching assistants to work in special schools in the Uxbridge area to support students who have a range of additional needs including Down syndrome, autism, ADHD, social emotional mental health (SEMH), learning difficulties, and more.
The role will involve working 1:1 with a student throughout the week. You will provide tailored support to a student with specific educational needs, fostering their academic and personal development. Experience is highly advantageous, but the successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and comfortable in handling challenging behaviour. This role would ideally suit psychology graduates wanting to learn more about cognitive and behavioral issues or those who have a background in support work or care assistance. The work will primarily focus on the development of their social and emotional regulation skills, including support during playtime and lunchtime to ensure their safety.
The hours are 8:30-15:30 during term time, and full-time availability is mandatory. Please note, the roles start ASAP, and we are unable to accept sponsorship or skilled worker visas.
Main Responsibilities
1. Support students 1:1 by making the curriculum accessible and adapting approaches to make learning engaging.
2. Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.
3. Assist students in developing social skills and self-regulation skills.
4. Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to address the individual needs of students.
5. Encourage socialisation and good behaviour through positive reinforcement and praise.
Essential Criteria
1. Interest in supporting children/young people; previous experience is preferred.
2. Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or skilled worker visas.
3. Relevant references and DBS/police checks if necessary.
4. Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), 8:30-15:30.
Please note, if you do not have a non-voluntary enhanced DBS on the update service, we will need to assist you in processing a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What Five Education Offers You:
1. Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
2. Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days).
3. Recommending a friend bonus scheme.
4. Specialist support/mentoring while you are working.
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat to discuss whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fees or employer's NI. Please note the pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks, and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Contact Danielle on (phone number removed) / (url removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr