SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a positive and inclusive learning environment. You will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to support academic, social, and emotional development.

Responsibilities include supporting pupils in class, implementing ILPs, promoting positive behaviour, and collaborating with parents to create a safe, inclusive environment. Training can be provided for those new to SEN roles.

Qualifications

• Be patient, empathetic, and reliable.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children with SEN.
• Be able to work well as part of a team.
• Have good communication skills.
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential (training can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in the classroom and during activities
• Assist with implementing individual learning plans (ILPs)
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers and parents/carers

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

We are seeking a caring, patient, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to support students' academic, social, and emotional development. This may include working one-to-one or with small groups of pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social and emotional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in the classroom and during activities
• Assist with implementing individual learning plans (ILPs)
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers and parents/carers

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be patient, empathetic, and reliable
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children with SEN
• Be able to work well as part of a team
• Have good communication skills
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential (training can be provided)

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a real difference in children's lives

If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.