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SEMH Teaching Assistants

SEMH Teaching Assistants

Vision for Education Cheshire

St Helens

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Salary:
£65 - Per Day
Job type:
Part Time, Full Time, Supply
Start date:
ASAP or September
Apply by:
28 June 2018

Job overview

Vision for Education’s Cheshire branch is currently recruiting for SEMH or Behavioural specialist Teaching Assistants.

Our Client is based in St Helens near the M62 and is a specialist School for Autistic pupils aged 5 through to 19.

Previous experience of working within schools is desirable but not essential, however the ideal candidate will have had experience working with Autism before either in residential or supported living services, or somewhere of a similar nature.

This opportunity could be permanent for the right individual!

The hours will be 8.30am until 4.30pm Monday to Friday and term time only.

Salary - Dependent upon experience - Starting at £65 per day. 

Required Attributes:

  • Have a patient, supportive, empathetic and understanding nature.
  • Previous Experience working with students aged 5 – 19 with Autism or learning disabilities.
  • Happy to work with children of all ages and young adults (5 -19).
  • Be vigilant and supportive when managing / deescalating challenging behaviour.
  • Comfortable with Personal Care if required.
  • Have a real desire to work with SEN students on the Autistic Spectrum.
  • Be confident working with both groups and 1:1.
  • Be confident when liaising with parents and colleagues.

Essential Requirements

  • Applicant must hold current experience within the last two years to qualify. 
  • Applicant must hold a current enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to undergo one through Vision for Education and have it registered on the Update Service.
  • Must have experience working with Autism.

Our specialist SEND consultants have the knowledge and expertise to find the ideal placement for you, with our long-standing and trusting relationships with each of our clients we are guaranteed to place you in positions to enhance your career and experience.

We promise to provide you with an honest and efficient service where we deliver high levels of customer service and after care to every candidate and client.

Benefits of working with Vision for Education:

  • Rewarding rates of pay – Vision for Education pay to National Living Wage, not national minimum wage. We pay this as an absolute minimum to all of our candidates. 
  • Professional 24/7 support.
  • Free of charge CPD Training Opportunities including Team Teach training.
  • Committed consultants.
  • Continuous Support and feedback throughout.
  • In house payroll department, so no need to sign up with a payroll provider.

We look forward to hearing from you, please apply now with your CV and if requirements are met our team will be in touch with you shortly. 

Know someone else who suits the above criteria? Why not take advantage of our “Refer a Friend” incentive? For every person that you refer to us that becomes a successful candidate, we pay £50 as a thank you!  Terms and Conditions apply.

About Vision for Education Cheshire

+44 1925 648131

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Created in 2008, Vision for Education is a well-established, market-leading teacher supply agency with industry experience and expertise.

What we do

We provide a high-quality recruitment service for schools of all kinds. We’re always interested in talking to teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors and other support staff with any level of experience – whether you’re an NQT, busy parent or semi-retired! If you’re looking for daily supply, short & long-term cover – or even a permanent role – we can help. We have branches across the country, with our head office based in Sheffield.

Our values

We operate under a simple set of values which impact on everything we do. Our aim is always to be open, honest and ethical in the way we do business; both internally with the way we treat our staff, and externally, in how we look after our clients and candidates. This unique approach to recruitment has made us the first port of call for both schools and teachers alike.

What we offer

  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
  • Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
  • Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

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