SEN Assistant Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate SEN Assistant Teacher to support autistic children in a specialist provision school. This long-term role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a background in social care or youth work. You will play a vital role in fostering a supportive learning environment, utilizing restorative practices to help students thrive. Ideal candidates will have experience in Special Education Needs and a genuine passion for improving the lives of children facing emotional and mental health challenges. If you're ready to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in SEN or related field is preferred.
• A caring and empathetic attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic children with varying support needs.
• Work in small classes with a 1:1 staff-to-student ratio.

Skills

Empathy

Understanding of autism

Passion for supporting children with SEN

Interest in mental health

Education

Experience in SEN

Graduate in related field

Job description

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Are you looking to become a SEN Teacher?

We are seeking a passionate individual eager to take steps into teaching!

This is a SEN Learning Support role based in a specialist provision school in High Wycombe, supporting autistic children with low to high support needs and cognitive abilities. A significant part of the role involves restorative practices.

This Special Education Needs LSA (Learning Support Assistant) opportunity is ideal if you aspire to a career in counselling, men's health, wellbeing, criminal justice, social justice, youth justice, or social care.

Job Details

• Title: SEN Assistant Teacher
• Location: High Wycombe
• Salary: £440 to £500 per week
• Start Date: To be confirmed
• Contract: Long-term contract with a permanent position after an initial trial period

This is an outstanding opportunity for individuals with previous SEN experience or graduates interested in this field. It provides hands-on experience working with social, emotional, mental health needs. If you’re interested in youth work, this role is not to be missed.

About the School

The alternative provision in High Wycombe supports boys and girls with a range of additional needs related to social, emotional, and mental health challenges. It is a secondary school that employs a restorative, therapeutic approach to education and behaviour management, focusing on developing personal and social skills for use both in and out of school.

Role Responsibilities

As a learning support assistant, you will work in classes of 3-6 pupils with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:1.

What We Look For

• A caring, personal, and empathetic attitude
• A passion for supporting children with SEN
• An interest in SEN, mental health, and social-emotional needs
• Understanding of autism

Get in touch with Kenan at Academics if you are seeking a SEN support role in High Wycombe or across Buckinghamshire.