Prospero Teaching is recruiting for Teaching Assistants to support in a Special Needs school in Pontefract The site has good transport links and offers free parking to staff. The school caters for secondary aged children with complex learning and/or physical needs. The students will need support in engaging with their personalised lesson plans. You will need to be able to foster strong relationships with the students and have a passion for supporting those with special needs. The ideal candidate: A recent graduate/aspiring Teacher who wants work experience within Special Educational Needs Experience of supporting pupils with SEN on a voluntary or paid basis OR/ experience of supporting those with complex needs in a care setting Strong teamwork ethic Driven, energetic and keen to pursue a career in education and special needs The role will consist of: Providing tailored support and working with children with SEN and complex needs Personal care is involved Creating a safe environment that allows children and other students have fun, learn and succeed Academic support Position Details: LOCATION Pontefract POSITION Teaching Assistant CONTRACT TYPE Temporary Permanent MINIMUM DAILY RATE - £85 HOURS Full time Monday Friday 8.30am -3.30pm START DATE - ASAP To be considered for this role, you will have to register with Prospero Teaching and complete a Child & Adult DBS which is on the update service, unless you already have one. LEE-TA