Job Title: Complex Needs Support Assistant

Location: Harrogate

Daily Rate: £90 - £105

Leader Education are seeking Complex Needs Support Assistants to work in a specialist SEN schools based in Harrogate. These schools support students aged from 5 - 19 with a range of Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Mild / Severe Autism, Downs Syndrome and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children and young people on a 1:1 or small group basis within a classroom setting.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, hours may slightly change depending on the school.

The successful candidate will have:

• School experience is essential, ideally supporting pupils with SEN or SEMH needs. This is because the schools pupils require a lot of close support which if you were new to the role would be very difficult and not what the school are looking for.
• Makaton and/or BSL would be advantageous.
• Team Teach level 2, or willing to take part in our Team Teach course when we hold them.
• Be able to reliably commute to work via Public transport or personal vehicle.
• A patient, nurturing approach to supporting students with a wide range of abilities and needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and other support staff.
• The ability to adapt and respond to the dynamic and individual needs of students.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD, including SEN-specific training such as Team Teach, Safeguarding courses, Teaching Assistant Level 2 course.
• A dedicated consultant to offer ongoing support
• Potential for a permanent contract after a qualifying period.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their relevant experience and qualifications. Please email your CV or call us on #removed#.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo a thorough vetting process, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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