SEN TA

Education First Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated Education First consultant

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Barking, East London, starting in January. The role involves supporting pupils with additional needs within the ARP and providing 1:1 and small-group support.

You will work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement individual plans, support pupils with autism, ADHD and speech and language needs, and promote positive behaviour, independence and social development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism / ASC.
• Experience within a primary school, ARP, SEN school or specialist provision.
• Experience providing 1:1 or small-group support.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• The ability to build strong relationships with pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A good understanding of safeguarding.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with Autism / ASC, ADHD and communication needs.
• Help pupils access learning and participate in classroom activities.
• Support pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Adapt activities and learning to meet individual needs.
• Follow individual support plans and EHCP outcomes.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Autism/ASC

ADHD

Speech & language

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Empathy & safeguarding

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education/Childcare/Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Barking

Education First | Barking, East London | £105–£135 per day | Long-Term Opportunity | January Start

Make a real difference every day as an SEN Teaching Assistant

Education First is recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Barking, East London, starting in January.

The successful candidate will work within the school's Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP), supporting primary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN TA, SEND Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant looking for a long-term position within a supportive primary school environment.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils with Autism / ASC, ADHD and communication needs
• Help pupils access learning and participate in classroom activities
• Support pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Adapt activities and learning to meet individual needs
• Follow individual support plans and EHCP outcomes
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism / ASC
• Experience within a primary school, ARP, SEN school or specialist provision
• Experience providing 1:1 or small-group support
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• The ability to build strong relationships with pupils
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A good understanding of safeguarding
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education, Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable

Experience supporting children with complex needs, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs would also be advantageous.

What You Can Expect

• £105–£135 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
• January start
• Long-term opportunity
• Primary school setting in Barking
• Opportunity to work within an established ARP
• Dedicated Education First consultant
• Opportunity to develop your SEN and primary school experience

Who Is This Role For?

This role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, Learning Support Assistant, Autism Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or Classroom Support Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in Barking.