SEN Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding school in North London seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. This full-time role involves working closely with students aged 11-19, providing essential academic and personal care support. You will be part of a warm, supportive team, ensuring each student receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. With excellent training opportunities and a focus on professional development, this position offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with complex needs. If you're ready to take on this impactful role, apply now!

Benefits

Supportive teaching environment

Structured training and professional development

Shorter working days

Rewarding job role

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SLD, ASD, and complex needs.
• Ability to use alternative communication methods for non-verbal students.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SLD and ASD, providing both academic and emotional assistance.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Supporting students with SLD

Communication techniques (PECS, Makaton)

Personal care assistance

Behaviour management strategies

Emotional support provision

Education

Experience as a SEN teaching assistant

DBS clearance

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

* Immediate start
* Competitive rate of pay
* Full-time, long-term
* North London
* GBP80-100 per day

A SEN teaching assistant is needed for a special educational needs (SEN) school in North London for students aged 11-19.

As a SEN teaching assistant, you will be supporting students with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), severe and profound and multiple learning difficulties (SLD & PMLD) and/or physical disabilities (PD).

You will work closely alongside the teacher or with small groups or individual students.

This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links.

As a SEN teaching assistant at this school, you will become part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

1. Working with and supporting students with SLD, ASD and other complex needs.
2. Using alternative communication techniques, such as PECs and Makaton, to communicate with students who are non-verbal.
3. A willingness to provide personal care, including toileting, changing and feeding, where required.
4. Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group.
5. Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture and providing emotional support when needed.
6. Implementing behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and safe learning environment.
7. Using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage focus and self-control.
8. Assisting with lesson planning and delivery.
9. Being aware of safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of students.

SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

1. The right to work in the UK.
2. A clear and up-to-date DBS.
3. Experience working as a SEN teaching assistant.
4. Willingness to do personal care.
5. A patient and caring attitude with a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people.

Teaching Assistant Benefits:

1. A warm and supportive teaching and learning environment.
2. Clearly structured training and professional development.
3. Shorter working days.
4. A rewarding, fulfilling job role.

If you are an experienced SEN teaching assistant with a passion for supporting students with SEN, then this is the role for you.

Apply now to be a SEN teaching assistant at this outstanding school and help to make a significant positive impact on the lives of these students.