SEN Teaching Assistant

Operam Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral vouchers

Job summary

Operam Limited is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Hillingdon. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND and ASD, helping them engage with learning and develop independence in a calm, nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates have SEND/ASD experience, patience, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with teachers and therapists across the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism/ASD.
• Patience, calmness and resilience is essential.
• A genuine passion for specialist education and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND and ASD.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and participate in activities.
• Supporting communication, social and independence skills.
• Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour where needed.
• Following EHCP targets and behaviour plans.
• Collaborating with teachers, therapists and support staff.

Skills

SEND experience

ASD experience

Patience

Communication

Job description

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillingdon

Salary: £525-£555 per week

Contract: ASAP Start | Full-Time

The Role

You will be working as part of a supportive team within a specialist SEN school, providing tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD).

The successful candidate will be confident supporting pupils both in the classroom and throughout the wider school environment, helping them to engage with learning, develop their independence and manage their individual needs.

Main Duties

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND and ASD
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities
• Helping pupils develop their communication, social and independence skills
• Providing support with emotional regulation and behaviour where required
• Following individual EHCP targets, support plans and behaviour strategies
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils
• Supporting pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and school activities
• Encouraging positive relationships and promoting pupils' confidence and independence
• Assisting with personal care where requiredAbout You

About You

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Have experience supporting pupils with Autism / ASD
• Be patient, calm, empathetic and resilient
• Have a genuine passion for working within specialist education
• Be confident supporting pupils with a range of needs and abilities
• Understand the importance of individualised support
• Be able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be reliable, committed and enthusiastic
• Be willing to learn and develop their understanding of specialist SEN provision

Why Horizon Teachers

A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience

We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible

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As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent