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Calling All Care Professionals – Make the Move to Education!
Start a Rewarding New Career Supporting Children with SEND!
Are you an experienced care professional looking for a fresh and fulfilling challenge? Your skills are in high demand! Vision for Education is urgently seeking compassionate, reliable individuals to work as SEND Teaching Assistants at Hob Moor Oaks SEN Primary School in York.
Why Make the Move from Care to Education?
Your experience in care has already equipped you with the empathy, patience, and resilience needed to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We provide full training, so you’ll feel confident stepping into the classroom – and you’ll enjoy term-time hours that support a healthier work-life balance.
The Role – SEND Teaching Assistant
Location:Â Hob Moor Oaks SEN Primary School, York (Through Vision for Education)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm (term time only)
Start Date: ASAP – Immediate starts available
Contract:Â Full time preferred, part time considered
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll be supporting children aged 2–11 with a variety of complex needs, including autism, physical disabilities, and learning difficulties. Responsibilities include:
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Aiding communication and classroom engagement
- Supporting mobility and physical needs
- Delivering personal care respectfully and sensitively
- Working closely with teaching staff and therapists to provide a nurturing environment
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in care or support work (children or adults)
- A compassionate and resilient nature
- Confidence in providing personal care when needed
- Ability to commit to the school’s working hours
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- Able to provide references, and proof of right to work and address
Why Register with Vision for Education?
- Competitive weekly pay
- A dedicated consultant who understands your journey from care to education
- Free training and ongoing professional development
- The chance to make a lasting difference in children’s lives
About Hob Moor Oaks
Part of the Ebor Academy Trust, Hob Moor Oaks is a welcoming, inclusive SEN primary school in York supporting pupils aged 2–11. Known for its strong leadership and child-centred approach, the school offers excellent training and support for new staff.
This is a fantastic opportunity to start a meaningful new chapter in your career.
If you’re ready to take the next step, apply today or contact the Vision for Education Hull office to learn more.
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