SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Havering, North London. The successful candidate will support students with special educational needs in a collaborative environment, ensuring they thrive academically and socially. Applicants should be patient, empathetic, and have experience in similar settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt learning materials and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Promote inclusion and encourage independence.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: 90- 110 per day

Full-time/ Term Time only

Havering, North London

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and supportive team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting students with special educational needs, working closely with teachers and the SENCO to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

SEN Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEN, including those with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, and/or emotional and behavioural needs.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Promote inclusion and encourage independence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Support the development of students' social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Monitor and record pupils' progress and report to relevant staff.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and parents/carers.

SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting children with additional needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt learning materials and strategies to suit individual pupils.

If you're interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please contact Alexandra Mayhew-Lewis at Veritas Education.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'