Impactful SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Unit

Envision Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE pay

Long-term, full-time opportunity

Dedicated Envision Education support

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated SEN Unit of a mainstream primary school in London. This full-time, long-term role runs Monday to Friday, with responsibilities supporting pupils with SEND in 1:1 and small-group settings.

You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and support staff to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, while maintaining safeguarding and fostering a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is highly desirable.
• Previous experience within an SEN Unit, specialist school or SEND provision would be advantageous.
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Work full-time within the school's dedicated SEN Unit.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional and communication development.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering differentiated and engaging learning activities.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual pupils' needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement with learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour and school policies at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Relationship building

Patience

DBS Update Service

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Envision Education is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated SEN Unit of a mainstream primary school in London. This full-time, long-term role runs Monday to Friday, with responsibilities supporting pupils with SEND in 1:1 and small-group settings.

You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and support staff to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, while maintaining safeguarding and fostering a nurturing learning environment.