SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus; Edgware; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus in Edgware is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for a full-time role at a welcoming primary school. Start ASAP, with 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs in a supportive environment.

The role involves supporting learning, communication and development, collaborating with class teachers, and helping with behaviour management to create an inclusive learning setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting
• Experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication or additional learning needs advantageous
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable
• Genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their potential

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN
• Support pupils with their learning, communication and development
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour where required
• Work alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and resources
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and less structured parts of the school day
• Follow individual support plans and school strategies
• Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work effectively with teachers and other support staff

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Edgware

Full-time

Salary: £108 - £115 per day, depending on experience

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently working with a welcoming school in Edgware that is looking to appoint several dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team on a full-time basis.

The school is looking for caring, patient and proactive SEN Teaching Assistants who can provide effective support to pupils with additional needs. The role may involve 1:1 support, small-group work and supporting pupils within the classroom alongside the class teacher.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to develop their experience within a supportive primary setting. Candidates with experience supporting Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH or other additional needs are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN
• Support pupils with their learning, communication and development
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour where required
• Work alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and resources
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and less structured parts of the school day
• Follow individual support plans and school strategies
• Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work effectively with teachers and other support staff

Qualifications/Experience

• Previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting
• Experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication or additional learning needs advantageous
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable
• Genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their potential