1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for KS2 (Long-Term)

Operam Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary school in Havering on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible until the end of the academic year. You will provide 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with SEND and work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO.

Role requires enhanced DBS check and QTS or equivalent; you will help deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and promote positive behaviour throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children in mainstream or SEN settings.
• Experience supporting SEND, SEMH or complex behaviour challenges.
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• Proactive, positive approach and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with SEND on a 1:1 basis.
• Use effective approaches to resolving conflict and promote positive behaviour to encourage a calm, safe learning environment.
• Work with the class teacher, teaching assistants and wider inclusion team to deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and resilience in all pupils.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Proactive

Collaboration

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Horizon Teachers is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary school in Havering on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible until the end of the academic year. You will provide 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with SEND and work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO.

Role requires enhanced DBS check and QTS or equivalent; you will help deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and promote positive behaviour throughout the day.