training and education
E-learning modules
£95 - £100 per day
Ipswich
Are you ready to be the person who makes a breakthrough possible for a child today?
We are seeking a high-energy, resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a wonderful SEN School in Ipswich. This school is a dedicated environment for pupils with Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and various sensory needs. We are looking for a "champion" for these students-someone who can look past challenging moments to find the potential underneath, using patience and creativity to help every child feel successful.
Your Daily Impact: Responsibilities
- 1:1 Student Mentorship: Work closely with assigned pupils, using their personal interests (whether it's trains, dinosaurs, or drawing) to keep them engaged in their learning.
- Positive Regulation: Act as a co-regulator for students who may become overwhelmed, using de-escalation techniques and sensory breaks to keep the environment calm.
- Communication Support: Help bridge the communication gap by using Makaton, PECS, and visual schedules to give students a voice and a sense of routine.
- Academic Scaffolding: Assist the Class Teacher by breaking down lessons into "small steps," celebrating every tiny victory along the way.
- Sensory Integration: Support students during sensory play and movement breaks, ensuring they have the physical input they need to stay focused.
- EHCP Contribution: Keep accurate, objective notes on student progress and behavioural triggers to assist with Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) updates.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Resilient Patience: The ability to stay calm and grounded, even when a student is having a difficult day.
- Proactive Attitude: You don't wait for instructions; you see a student in need and step in with a smile and a helping hand.
- Consistent Reliability: Our students thrive on routine, so we need a dedicated professional who can commit to a full-time, long-term schedule.
- Relevant Experience: Backgrounds in care, youth work, sports coaching, or previous school experience are highly valued, but a genuine passion for inclusion is the most important trait.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one urgently via Randstad).
Why Partner with Randstad?
- Elite PAYE Rates: £95 - £100 per day
- Ipswich Hub: Secure a consistent role in a school with excellent facilities and a warm, collaborative staff culture.
- Specialist CPD: Access our free, certified training suite, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Safeguarding.
- Personalised Advocacy: Work with Neeraj, your dedicated consultant who will support you through the interview and clearance process.
- Referral Bonus: Earn a £300 voucher for every friend or colleague you successfully refer who joins our team!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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