Learning Support Assistant

REESON Education; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking full-time SEN Teaching Assistants to join an all-through specialist school in New Addington, London, supporting pupils aged 2-19.

You will help pupils with additional needs develop learning, communication, confidence and independence while providing 1:1 and small-group support in a warm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Patient and resilient mindset with enthusiasm for SEND support.
• Experience with SEND, school or care is beneficial but not required.
• Personal experience with SEN or coaching background is considered.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs to develop learning, communication, confidence and independence.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Enthusiasm

1:1 support

Small group support

Relationship building

Job description

Reeson Education is looking for full-time SEN Teaching Assistants to work in an all-through specialist school supporting pupils aged 2-19 in New Addington.

You’ll support pupils with additional needs to develop their learning, communication, confidence and independence.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Available full time, Monday to Friday. Term time only.
• Patient, resilient and enthusiastic.
• Passionate about supporting pupils with SEND.
• Comfortable providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Able to build positive relationships with children and young people.

Previous SEND, school or care experience would be beneficial but it isn’t essential. If you have personal experience of SEN needs or have a background in sports or coaching, you will be considered.

Full-time applicants only.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%