Simply Education are recruiting for a specialist SEMH provision in the Ashford area. They are currently looking for multiple teaching assistants, so if you have experience with SEN children, or you are looking to get into this area, we would love to hear from you. If you have a passion for working with children and providing them with everything they need to succeed, this is the job for you!

Some of the children present challenging behavioural issues and social exclusion, and many have faced various forms of abuse and trauma. At the same time these children may have other SEND statements such as ADHD and ASD. We are keen to hear from candidates who have worked in Secondary SEN/ASD provisions of Mainstream Schools or Special Schools.

You must be able to demonstrate clear communication skills and be able to build excellent rapport with both students and teachers. We are looking for people who can successfully manage challenging situations and provide students with an excellent opportunity for learning in order to set them up in the best possible way for the future.

Whilst it can be a challenging environment, it is also an extremely rewarding experience working to improve the lives of children who face a variety of challenges in their everyday lives.

All we ask is that you have the following skills and experience.
• The ability to drive is essential for this role.
• Previous Experience either working in provisions in mainstream schools or SEND Schools.
• Experience working in a School or with young people with complex behaviour.
• Looking to support a develop pupils with additional learning needs.
• Clear communication both written and verbal
• Be willing to learn
• Have a strong classroom management style.
• Have a creative approach in dealing with behaviour
• Be able to use your own initiative and work as part of a team.

The key benefits of working with Simply Education are:
• Your own dedicated SEND school consultant.
• Access to our unique Professional Learning Specialists who provide free CPD training.
• A variety of positions to best suit your needs.
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone.
• Minimal administration (no timesheets).
• £175 refer-a-friend scheme.

All candidates who register with Simply Education are required to provide references for the previous 2 years of work, as well as complete an enhanced DBS check. Due to COVID-19 regulations, any interviews we hold will be conducted over a Zoom call.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or please call Kyle Robinson at the Kent office for more information. ((phone number removed))