SEN Learning Support Assistant

Strategy Education Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategy Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants, Teaching Assistants and HLTA across South London schools. Roles include 1:1 support, small groups, and leading lessons for HLTA positions. Full-time and part-time, short- and long-term opportunities, with salary dependent on experience.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential due to school locations. We welcome dedicated, enthusiastic education professionals who are passionate about pupil learning,

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a TA, SEN TA, LSA or HLTA is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs is advantageous for SEN-focused roles
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, positive, reliable and adaptable
• Confident supporting learning and promoting positive behaviour
• Able to work effectively as part of a school team
• Passionate about helping children and young people reach their potential
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle — essential

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting class teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons
• Supporting pupils with special educational needs and additional learning needs
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and develop confidence and independence
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom activities
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams
• For HLTA positions, leading lessons and delivering planned learning activities when required

Skills

1:1 support

Group assistance

Positive behaviour support

Team player

Adaptable

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistants, Teaching Assistants & Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)

Location: Schools across South London

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time | Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Strategy Education is currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants, Teaching Assistants and Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of schools throughout South London.

We have opportunities for dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable education professionals who are passionate about supporting pupils' learning, development and wellbeing. Whether you have experience in mainstream education, specialist SEN settings or leading learning in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

These roles offer the opportunity to work in a variety of school environments, support pupils with different learning needs and make a genuine difference to their educational experience.

IMPORTANT: A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for these positions due to the locations of the schools.

The Roles

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting class teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons
• Supporting pupils with special educational needs and additional learning needs
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and develop confidence and independence
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment
• Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom activities
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams
• For HLTA positions, leading lessons and delivering planned learning activities when required

Why Work with Strategy Education?

• Opportunities across a range of primary, secondary and specialist SEN settings
• Flexible options, including short-term and long-term placements
• Opportunities to develop your experience across different educational environments
• Dedicated support from our experienced education recruitment team
• Roles suited to a range of experience levels and skill sets
• The chance to make a real difference to pupils' learning and development

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a TA, SEN TA, LSA or HLTA is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs is advantageous for SEN-focused roles
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, positive, reliable and adaptable
• Confident supporting learning and promoting positive behaviour
• Able to work effectively as part of a school team
• Passionate about helping children and young people reach their potential
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle — essential