SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pattern opportunities

Diversity of school placements

Ongoing support from education expert

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools across London. You will support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them access learning and build confidence.

We offer daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities with flexible patterns to fit your availability and career goals. DBS update and right to work in the UK are required; training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEN.
• Deliver targeted interventions to small groups.
• Support children with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language difficulties and SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Help to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Enthusiasm

Strong communication

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) achieve their full potential? We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools, supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small group settings.

We have a variety of daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities available across local primary schools, offering flexibility to suit your availability and career goals.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, build confidence and thrive in the classroom.

Responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEN
• Delivering targeted interventions to small groups
• Supporting children with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language difficulties and SEMH needs
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social development
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Helping to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment

About You

We are looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Desirable Experience:

• Supporting children with SEN
• Working in primary schools
• Teaching Assistant experience
• Childcare or nursery settings
• Youth work, mentoring or coaching
• Care or support work with children and young people

Requirements

• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Daily supply and long-term opportunities
• Flexible working patterns to suit your schedule
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Potential for permanent positions

Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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