Complex needs Teaching assistant

Remedy Education; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pay rates

Dedicated SEN Consultant

Exclusive schools through Remedy

Refer a Friend scheme

Friendly, honest service

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking a Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils aged 11 to 19 in Lewisham and surrounding areas. You will support class teachers, provide one-to-one assistance, and help with sensory learning activities. Some personal care and mobility support may be required as part of the role.

Experience with SEN, autism, or related needs is desirable. A patient, proactive communicator who can foster happiness, self-reliance and positive interactions will thrive in this

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting pupils with SEN or disabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort with personal care and mobility support.

Responsibilities

• Support across multiple classes and some one-to-one TA work in SEN schools in Lewisham.
• Assist with delivery of sensory curriculum based activities and behavioural support.
• Work as part of a TA team to help pupils access learning and participate.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Personal care

Job description

Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a role working with children with complex needs and disabilities, including MLD, PMLD, physical needs, and a range of SEN based in Lewisham?

Do you have experience of supporting pupils with SEN requirements, additional needs, or disabilities? Are you confident in working with children with autism, cerebral palsy, MLD, SpLD, or other SEN barriers? Have you ever had experience with PECS, Makaton, BSL, or any communication method? Are you comfortable supporting children who require personal care, lifting, and physical support, and able to work in Lewisham?

The Job

Working with pupils aged 11 to 19 across specialist SEN schools in Lewisham and the surrounding areas, you'll be kept busy! The role involves support across a number of classes, some one-to-one Teaching Assistant work, and some small class support. You'll be supporting the class teacher as part of a team of teaching assistants, to help the children with whatever they may need! Some physical support, help with communication and interpersonal skills, and delivery of sensory curriculum based learning activities!

You’ll Be

• Experienced working with children with a disability or SEN
• Happy to carry out personal care including changing and hoists
• Able to hold student attention and focus with excellent communication skills
• Promote happiness, self-reliance and encourage positive interactions

Remedy

• Remedy are an established and respected education recruiter
• Generous rates of pay
• A dedicated SEN Consultant
• A large number of schools exclusive to Remedy
• Honest and friendly service
• Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme