Psychology Graduate PMLD Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Prospero Teaching are looking for strong and ambitious Psychology graduates to support young people with severe and complex disabilities at a specialist SEND school in Cheshire East. Position Details: Location - Cheshire East Position - SEN Teaching Assistant Type of work - 1:1 work with children and young adults with complex SEND, with many exhibiting challenging behaviours Contract or position start date - ASAP Duration / Likely Duration - Temp - Perm Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Rate of pay - Minimum rate £97 Hours - 8:30 am - 4pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) Responsibilities: Working with and providing support to children with SEN (Special Educational Needs) Experience of supporting pupils The willingness to provide an environment in which pupils can reach their full potential The ability to build rapports with the children, supporting their social and behavioural needs, and acting as a mentor Role Requirements: DBS (clean and relevant) - Can be obtained through Prospero Teaching Safeguarding certificate A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships Desirable: Previous experience working in primary schools. Good knowledge of different forms of SEN. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team Long term fixed supply post with a view to a permanent school based contract Ideal for graduates looking to gain experience within a primary school If you would like to be considered for this role, please click "apply" or send a copy of your up to date CV to Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.