Teaching Assistant - Redbridge

Empowering Learning Ltd; Redbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and Team Teach training in **

A dedicated consultant

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream secondary school in Redbridge. This long-term, full-time position starts as soon as possible and runs Monday to Friday, 8:15–16:00, with DBS processing assistance if needed.

You will support pupils with diverse needs in an inclusive setting, building positive relationships and contributing to a friendly, professional team. Training and ongoing development are provided.

Qualifications

• Good organisational skills, flexibility and a willingness to work as part of a team.
• A passionate, empathetic and patient nature, with a nurturing and inclusive approach to pupils and their families.
• The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with young people.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a dedicated team, showing commitment to the school community.
• The ability to support pupils with specific learning difficulties and an understanding of special educational needs, including ASD.
• Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting pupils in a school setting would be an advantage.
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:15 to 16:00.

Skills

Organisational skills

Empathetic and patient

Relationship building

Team player

SEN/ASD support

Full-time availability

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning is currently looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream secondary school based in Redbridge. The role is a long-term, full-time position starting as soon as possible.

Candidates must be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday. Part-time applicants will not be considered.

Ideally, we're looking for candidates with a valid DBS; however, we can assist in processing one should you not have a certificate.

We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with young people and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion and cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every pupil, then this role could be for you.

Teaching Assistant - Requirements

• Good organisational skills, flexibility and a willingness to work as part of a team.
• A passionate, empathetic and patient nature, with a nurturing and inclusive approach to pupils and their families.
• The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with young people.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a dedicated team, showing commitment to the school community.
• The ability to support pupils with specific learning difficulties and an understanding of special educational needs, including ASD.
• Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting pupils in a school setting would be an advantage.
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:15 to 16:00.

What's in it for you as a Teaching Assistant

• £95-£130 per day
• Rewarding role
• Working hours: 8:15-16:00, Monday to Friday
• ASAP start
• The chance to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking mainstream secondary school
• Free CPD and Team Teach training in partnership with Empowering Learning
• A consultant dedicated to you

Teaching Assistant Job Requirements

• Legal right to work in the UK
• Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure or overseas police clearances, if applicable
• Experience supporting young people, ideally in a secondary school setting
• Commitment to a full-time, long-term position; part-time availability cannot be accommodated

Additional Information

Here at Empowering Learning, we offer excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to work with a consultant with the experience and ability to help you find your next career move.