Hays Education is working with an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school in Leicester who are looking for a new Teaching Assistant for the Summer Term. The school provides an excellent education for pupils with complex medical conditions or physical disabilities from EYFS through to Key Stage 5. This is a temporary, term-time only position to start as soon as possible. The ideal candidate is a proactive SEN practitioner with experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities. If this sounds like you, please don't hesitate to apply through our portal.

Your new school
This Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ school in Leicester provides an excellent education for pupils with complex medical conditions or physical disabilities from ages EYFS through to Key Stage 5. 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 hydrotherapy pool, residential suite and sensory rooms. Practitioners at this school pride themselves on belonging to a dedicated team of individuals who collaborate provide the very best for their pupils.

Your new role
In your new job as a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with a team of like-minded, multi-disciplinary practitioners to support pupils with a range of additional needs including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). 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 Key Stages 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.