SEN Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-led SEN secondary school in Brixton seeks an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged students with ASD and complex learning difficulties. The role involves providing one-on-one support, fostering independence, and engaging students in literacy and mathematics. Join a friendly team dedicated to meeting the varied needs of students and enjoy weekly training opportunities.

Benefits

On The Job Training

Weekly Support and Training

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with various SEN needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding pupil's well-being and equality.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually or in groups to access the curriculum.
• Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in learning activities.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policy.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Understanding

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant role

A community led SEN secondary school are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work with primary aged students. These students all have a diagnosis of ASD with severe to complex learning difficulties.

* Small class sizes
* On The Job Training
* Friendly well run school
* In class support
* Brixton location

The SEN Teaching Assistant Job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work with secondary aged students with complex learning needs and ASD. You will provide one-on-one support, helping students engage with their learning and develop independence, literacy and mathematics skills. If you have patience, creativity, and a desire to make a real impact in the lives of these pupils, then this might be the job for you!

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant applicant will be given an exciting opportunity to work as a part of a fantastic school in Brixton where your energy and experience will be valued as you play an important part working each day towards the schools aim to meet the varied needs of its students.

As an SEN teaching assistant you will enjoy a high degree of job satisfaction as you have the opportunity your skills to working with students ho need support building their independence as they navigate secondary school.

The School

* Based in Brixton this fantastic school is a friendly and well respected in the local community with students across the school ages 4-19.
* Rated 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted
* Pupils from Brixton and across surrounding areas who attend this school are offered a broad and balanced curriculum, that is tailored around an extensive knowledge of their learning difficulties and tailored to them.
* Support and training offered every week to further develop your knowledge and skills as an SEN teaching assistant for children with varied needs.
* You will be working with skilled Teachers and SEN Teaching Assistant's in a classroom environment

The SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

* Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
* Support with planning, preparation and resourcing for lessons
* Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
* Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures
* Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment

The SEN Teaching Assistant Applicant

The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant applicant will be have the following qualities:

* Enjoyment of working with young people
* Will have experience working with students with with various SEN needs
* Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
* A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils
* Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
* Commitment to safeguarding pupil's well-being and equality

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%