Aspiring Nurse

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Islington is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs and to gain practical experience aligned with aspiring nursing careers.

The role focuses on one-to-one and small-group support, aiding learning, communication, and social-emotional development, and working with teachers and specialists to build stronger educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEN is beneficial but not essential.
• Compassionate, reliable, patient and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Assist with classroom learning and activities.
• Support pupils with their communication, social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist professionals.
• Gain valuable education and training relevant to nursing and healthcare.
• Develop practical experience within a specialist school environment.

Job description

Aspiring Nurse - SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Islington

Are you an Aspiring Nurse looking to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs? This exciting opportunity in Islington could be the ideal next step towards your future healthcare career.

We are seeking a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual to work as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a supportive specialist educational setting in Islington. You will work closely with pupils, teachers and specialist staff, helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

This role provides excellent education and training opportunities, allowing an Aspiring Nurse to develop transferable skills such as communication, safeguarding, empathy, teamwork and understanding individual needs.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Assist with classroom learning and activities.
• Support pupils with their communication, social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist professionals.
• Gain valuable education and training relevant to nursing and healthcare.
• Develop practical experience within a specialist school environment.

About You

This role would suit an individual who is passionate about helping others and wants to gain meaningful experience before progressing into nursing or another healthcare profession. Previous experience with SEN is beneficial but not essential. We are looking for someone compassionate, reliable, patient and eager to learn.

Working in Islington, you will gain insight into the needs of children with additional needs while developing the confidence and professional skills required for a successful healthcare career.

The position offers education and training alongside rewarding practical experience. If you are an Aspiring Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference, this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Islington could be an excellent fit.

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Ideal for: Aspiring Nurse candidates seeking practical healthcare-related experience

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.