SEN Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a mainstream primary school. This role involves working closely with students aged 5-11, providing one-on-one and group support throughout the school day. The successful candidate will engage with pupils, assist during break times, and collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals. The position offers valuable classroom experience, free training workshops, and the opportunity for a permanent contract. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on children's learning and development.

Benefits

Free SEND workshop

Free Team Teach Training

Excellent rates of pay

Valuable classroom experience

Opportunity of a permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• Calm, empathetic, and proactive approach needed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with various Learning Difficulties and EAL.
• Assist with personal care and supervise behaviour.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Proactivity

Support for Learning Difficulties

Education

Experience in supporting children with SEND

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

• SEN Teaching Assistant, Mainstream Primary School
• Full time
• Immediate Start
• Long term
• Team Teach Training
• Greenwich, Woolwich/Plumstead

Time Plan Education are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with SEN.

As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will support students either one-on-one or in group settings throughout the school day. You will work with children aged 5-11 who have identified SEN needs. Your role will involve supporting pupils in the classroom, participating in specialist mentoring sessions, and assisting during some break times. Some students may exhibit more challenging behaviours, and the school will provide training in effective interventions and strategies. As a key member of the child's support team, you will collaborate closely with the SENCO, senior management, and external professionals such as therapists, healthcare providers, and CAMHS.

The school is a mainstream primary school in the Greenwich area, which is known for its dynamic team and supportive SLT.

Job Responsibilities

1. Comfortable supporting pupils with various Learning Difficulties and EAL.
2. Ability to engage and support pupils.
3. Assist with personal care if needed.
4. Supervising pupils' behaviour.

Benefits to you

1. Free SEND workshop.
2. Free Team Teach Training.
3. Excellent rates of pay.
4. School based in Greenwich Area
5. Valuable classroom experience.
6. Full-time
7. Opportunity of a permanent contract.
8. Full registration completed remotely online.
9. School Hours 8.30am-4pm.

Job Requirements

1. Experience in supporting children or young adults with SEND is desirable but is not essential.
2. Calm and empathetic.
3. Proactive
4. Good behaviour management.
5. Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
6. Available 5 days a week and able to commit to at least 2-6 months.

If you would like more information or would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV today.

Timeplan Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years and complete our online application followed by a video or face-to-face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.