Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a Teaching Assistant, with previous experience as a Support Worker, to provide aid and support for children in a Runcorn Specialist Provision.

A specialist provision, catering for those with social, emotional mental health is in need of a Teaching Assistant to help children and young adults access the curriculum. The successful candidate will be working one-to-one with students and will run small group work activities

This is a full-time role starting ASAP until July 2025. The school is hoping to appoint a Teaching Assistant as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will be:

Resilient and positive, showing initiative and flexibility;
Be able to work as part of a team under the direction of the class teacher;
Confident with supporting children with additional needs;
Firm, consistent and fun;
Approachable, patient and understanding;Desirable:

Team Teach trained
Experience with Makaton and PECs
Experience working with challenging behaviour
Can provide personal careTo be considered you must:

Have experience working within a school setting
Have prior, or current experience supporting individuals with SEN
This position is subject to Enhanced DBS, Overseas police check (if applicable) and satisfactory references
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any gaps in employment must be explained
Have the legal right to work in the UK Tradewind is renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, a great referral bonus, and termly networking & social events.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this position as a School Support Worker in Runcorn. Or for more information about the role, contact Jake Wall on (phone number removed)