SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Supportive school environment

Opportunity to make a real difference

Job summary

Aspire People seeks a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in an inclusive classroom in Greater London. The role involves working with class teachers and the SEN team to assist academic, social, and emotional development, including one-to-one or small group support.

The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic, and reliable, with good communication skills, and a genuine interest in helping children with SEN. Training can be provided.

Qualifications

• Patient and empathetic approach to supporting pupils with SEN.
• Good communication with colleagues and parents/carers.
• Willingness to learn and follow ILPs and school policies.

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

Teamwork

Communication skills

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.