SEN TA

Randstad Education; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional SEN school in Slough is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) to join their dedicated team. The role involves supporting classroom teachers and engaging pupils with complex needs in a resource-rich environment. Ideal candidates will have experience within a SEN setting, understand safeguarding, and demonstrate adaptability. The school offers outstanding facilities including sensory rooms, soft play areas, and a commitment to professional development in a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Outstanding facilities

Small class sizes

Collaborative teamwork

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children, ideally in a SEN setting.
• Ability to support the class teacher in structured lessons.
• Understanding of safeguarding and attendance importance.
• Ability to adapt support strategies based on pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons.
• Engage pupils in learning activities.
• Ensure commitment to safeguarding children.
• Adapt lesson structures to accommodate pupil needs.

Skills

Supporting class teacher

Engaging pupils

Understanding safeguarding

Adaptability

Job description

Join Our Exceptional SEN School Team: Experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) Wanted!

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and resource-rich Special Educational Needs (SEN) environment? Our outstanding school is seeking a dedicated and dynamic professional to join our committed team.

About the Role

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with diverse and complex needs and working effectively as part of a classroom team.

Key Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience working with children, ideally in a SEN setting (or equivalent transferable skills).

• Support & Engagement: Ability to effectively support the class teacher in delivering structured lessons and proactively engage pupils in learning activities.

• Safeguarding & Attendance: A robust understanding and unwavering commitment to safeguarding children and the critical importance of attendance in promoting pupil progress and well-being.

• Adaptability & Sensitivity: Understanding the importance of lesson structure and being able to sensitively adapt and accommodate support strategies, resources, and communication styles based on individual pupil needs and situational requirements.

Why Choose Us?

We pride ourselves on providing an unparalleled learning environment for both our pupils and staff:

• Outstanding Facilities: Work in a school equipped with state-of-the-art specialist resources, including:

  • Hydro Pool

  • Sensory Rooms

  • Soft Play Areas

  • Dance Studios

  • Splash Pools

• Small Class Sizes: Benefit from highly manageable class sizes, ensuring you can give focused support to every pupil.

• Exceptional Teamwork: Work alongside a highly trained and dedicated QTS Teacher and support staff, fostering a truly collaborative environment.

• Supportive Culture: Join a friendly team committed to professional development and mutual support.

Application

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, understand the vital role structure and support play in SEN, and possess an unshakeable commitment to safeguarding and attendance, we would love to hear from you!

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience working with children and how you meet the above requirements.