Complex Needs Teaching Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Remedy Education; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with children with complex needs and disabilities in a supportive specialist environment. This role involves engaging with pupils aged 11 to 19, providing essential support in various classes, and assisting with personal care tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEN, excellent communication skills, and a passion for promoting independence and positive interactions. Join a respected team and make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying competitive pay and dedicated support.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated SEN Consultant support

Access to exclusive opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex needs and disabilities.
• Ability to engage students and promote positive interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 11 to 19 with complex needs in a specialist SEN school.
• Assist teachers in delivering sensory curriculum activities and providing physical support.

Skills

Supporting pupils with SEN

Communication skills

Personal care tasks

Experience with autism

Experience with physical disabilities

Tools

PECS

Makaton

BSL

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?

Do you have experience supporting pupils with SEN requirements, additional needs, or disabilities? Are you confident working with children with autism, cerebral palsy, MLD, SpLD, or other SEN barriers? Have you used PECS, Makaton, BSL, or other communication methods? Are you comfortable supporting children who require personal care, lifting, and physical support?

The Job

Working with pupils aged 11 to 19 in the secondary part of a large specialist SEN school, you'll be actively involved! The role includes support across multiple classes, some one-to-one Teaching Assistant work, and small class support. You'll assist the class teacher as part of a team to support the children’s needs, including physical support, communication assistance, and delivering sensory curriculum activities.

You'll Be

• Experienced in working with children with disabilities or SEN
• Willing to carry out personal care tasks including changing and using hoists
• Capable of engaging students with excellent communication skills
• Promoting happiness, independence, and positive interactions

Why Join Remedy

• Established and respected education recruitment agency
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated SEN Consultant support
• Access to exclusive opportunities in various schools
• Friendly and honest service
• Opportunity to participate in our 'Refer a Friend' scheme

If this role sounds like the right fit, send your CV or contact us for more details!

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