Empowering Post-16 SEN Teaching Assistant – Edgware

Destination Education; Edgware; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Destination Education seeks an experienced Post-16 SEN Teaching Assistant to support young adults with complex learning needs at a dedicated Edgware college.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping with independent living skills, functional English and Maths, and employability. DBS on update service or recent DBS is required. The role is full-time with immediate start and is accessible via Edgware Underground.

Qualifications

• Has strong SEN experience, ideally with complex learning needs.
• Confident supporting learners 1:1 and in small groups.
• Patient, calm, encouraging and consistent; builds strong relationships with young adults.
• Understands Post-16 SEN aims to develop independence, not just classroom tasks.
• DBS on Update Service or DBS issued within last 12 months.
• College experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support across a highly personalised curriculum.
• Support independent living skills, functional English and Maths, vocational and employability skills.
• Develop communication and social skills, confidence and independence.
• Support travel and community-access skills and preparation for further college courses.
• Support learners during work placements and community-based activities.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Small-group support

Safeguarding awareness

Relationship building

Independent living skills

Job description

Destination Education seeks an experienced Post-16 SEN Teaching Assistant to support young adults with complex learning needs at a dedicated Edgware college.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping with independent living skills, functional English and Maths, and employability. DBS on update service or recent DBS is required. The role is full-time with immediate start and is accessible via Edgware Underground.