Your new company

Hays Education are working with a well established education provider who are currently recruiting for a number of qualified TAs and HLTAs across their schools & SEND provisions in Preston. Their schools cater to children with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. They have a mix of all-girls and all-boys schools and range across KS3 & KS4. These roles are to start ASAP and have the potential to go permanent for the right candidate.

Your new role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for one of their provisions in Preston. You will be working with a small group of students who have SEMH needs and have been out of education for a while. Your primary role will be to re-engage these students with education and support their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to students with SEMH needs.

• Assist in re-engaging students with education.

• Work closely with students living in care homes and those living with parents.

• Collaborate with other staff members to create a supportive learning environment.

• Adapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs.

• Experience in a similar role as a TA or HLTA.

• Ability to commute & work in a rural location.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping students succeed.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rate dependent on experience.

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Potential for the role to extend beyond the initial temporary period.

• Be part of a growing organisation with a strong commitment to education and care.

What you need to do now

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

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.