SEN TA/LSA

Vision for Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN across the school day in London. You will work both inside and outside the classroom to provide tailored academic, social, and emotional support, helping pupils access learning and achieve their full potential.

Collaboration with teachers and other professionals is key to ensuring individual needs are understood and met, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN
• Patience and empathy essential
• Ability to work with families

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEN
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Encourage engagement and participation in learning activities
• Help implement individual support plans and strategies
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The role involves supporting pupils with:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Cognition and Learning difficulties, ranging from moderate to profound needs
• Communication and Interaction needs, including autism and speech and language difficulties

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils throughout the school day. Working both within and outside the classroom, you will provide tailored academic, social, and emotional support to help pupils access learning and achieve their full potential.

You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to ensure that each pupil's individual needs are understood and met, while helping to create a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Is patient, empathetic, and adaptable
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Is proactive and able to respond effectively to individual pupil needs
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to the wider school community

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEN
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Encourage engagement and participation in learning activities
• Help implement individual support plans and strategies
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

About the School

The schools are welcoming and inclusive settings that are committed to supporting all pupils. They provide safe and nurturing learning environments where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, with staff working together to ensure every pupil can thrive.

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