Sen Teaching Assistant

Connex Education Partnership; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership in North London is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs in a welcoming, inclusive environment. The temp-to-perm role offers the chance to work closely with class teachers and specialist staff, with 1:1 and small-group support.

You will contribute to pupil wellbeing and academic progress, with opportunities to develop experience within a specialist SEN setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with SEN is desirable.
• Patience and a supportive approach.
• Fluent in English with effective communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing.
• Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and the wider school community.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Fluent in English

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: North London | Pay: £100 per day | Contract: Temp to Perm

Connex Education is working with a welcoming and supportive SEN school in North London to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. This temp-to-perm role is a great opportunity to support pupils with additional needs in a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Connex Education Offers

• Pay of £100 per day.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with a supportive SEN school.
• Ongoing support from Connex Education throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to build experience within a specialist SEN setting.

What’s on Offer

• A welcoming school environment focused on pupil wellbeing and progress.
• Collaborative work with teachers, SEN staff and the wider support team.
• Opportunities to support pupils academically, socially and emotionally.
• A positive setting where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

About the Role / Setting

The school is committed to providing tailored support for pupils with SEN and additional learning needs. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and specialist staff to help pupils access learning and develop confidence. The role will involve supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom, including 1:1 and small-group work. The position is available to start ASAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing.
• Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and the wider school community.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with pupils with SEN is desirable.
• Strong transferable experience supporting children or young people will be considered.
• A patient, enthusiastic and supportive approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs achieve their potential.
• Fluent in English with effective communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Connex Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.