Hays Education is working with a specialist school in Loughborough who are looking for a new Teaching Assistant for the Summer Term. The school provides an excellent education for pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a temporary, term-time only position to start as soon as possible

Your new school
This Ofsted rated 'Good’ school in Loughborough provides an excellent education for pupils with ASD, ADHD and PMLD. Pupils benefit from an innovative curriculum and the support of specialist staff including teachers, speech and language therapists, and NHS professionals. This much-loved school has excellent facilities including a beautiful outdoor spaced and sensory rooms. You'll be joining a team of dedicated and highly-experienced practitioners who put the needs of their pupils first.

Your new role
In your new job as a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with a team of like-minded practitioners to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You will support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups adapting your style to the needs of each child. Hays Teaching Assistants make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who have a range of care needs, life experiences and personalities which make every day different! You’ll benefit from on-going support from your Hays consultant, Hollie, who will be there for you throughout this placement and beyond.

What you need to succeed
To succeed in your new job, you’ll have a minimum of 1 years’ experience working with pupils who have complex medical conditions or serious physical disabilities, ideally in an educational setting. You’ll be able to adapt to the needs of students across age groups with previous experience supporting children with communication and/or sensory needs. Most importantly, you’ll be confident stepping into a new school and ready to quickly build relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.

** Hays are unable to consider overseas candidates for this position. **

What you'll get in return
· Competitive, Weekly Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay which fairly reward your hard work
· Dedicated SEND Consultants: Find new opportunities in a competitive graduate market with the support of our SEND team
· Flexible Opportunities: Work around your schedule for a better work/life balance, without compromising on commitments
· Professional Development: Access a range of resources to support your career growth including a dedicated consultant
· Exclusive Job Opportunities: Get first access to live job opportunities in Leicestershire
· Hays also offers an excellent Refer a Friend scheme worth £250 in high street vouchers

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call Hollie on 0116 253 2389.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job in Education, call Hollie for a confidential discussion about your career.