PECS/MAKATON Experienced Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children with communication difficulties. This rewarding role involves working closely with students in KS1, helping them overcome challenges related to speech delays and other learning needs. You will lead interventions, create engaging learning resources, and collaborate with teachers to track student progress. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in children's lives and have a proactive approach, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a school rated Outstanding by Ofsted, where child-led learning is at the forefront of education.

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant is essential.
• Must have lots of initiative and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support children with communication needs and speech delays.
• Create stimulating learning resources to encourage academic progress.

Skills

SEN Teaching Assistant Experience

Communication Skills

Initiative

Pro-active Approach

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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PECS/MAKATON Experienced Teaching Assistant, Barnet

Client:

Tradewind Recruitment

Location:

Barnet, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

11.04.2025

Expiry Date:

26.05.2025

Job Description:

Job type: Long-term, temporary

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

End date: July 2025

Year group: KS1/EYFS (Specific year group to be confirmed as part of the trial)

Tradewind are seeking a strong Teaching Assistant who is eager to support children with communication difficulties. This includes children with needs such as ASD, SEMH, and Global Delay that require an experienced individual to support them access the learning.

We will also welcome applications from Graduates looking to progress in Education with no current classroom-based experience, or those with Nannying experience.

About the role:

• Working with a child in KS1 with communication needs/ speech delay
• Lead interventions when necessary
• Create stimulating learning resources to encourage academic progress
• Track pupil progress and work collaboratively with the class teacher
• Help to set up and tidy up at the start and end of lessons

Requirements:

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant is essential
• Must have lots of initiative and a pro-active approach
• Bachelor's degree is ideal but not essential
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional reference checks
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK

About the School:

• 3 form entry school
• Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
• Child led learning approach
• Use little wandle as their phonics scheme