Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible working

Long-term opportunities

Training and development

Local consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Slough is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with a range of needs in local schools.

You will work 1:1, in small groups, or in specialist provisions, helping pupils access education and reach their full potential across SEN, ASC, ADHD, Speech & Language, SEMH and learning difficulties.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN or vulnerable individuals.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Ability to adapt to different school environments.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups across different school settings.
• Assist pupils in accessing education and reaching their full potential.
• Promote inclusive learning and positive behaviour.
• Maintain safeguarding practices and report concerns appropriately.

Skills

SEN experience

Caring/support background

Communication skills

Patience & resilience

Adaptability

Job description

Flexible Supply, Long-Term & Permanent Roles Available

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and supportive schools in Slough and the surrounding areas.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils access education and reach their full potential. You may work on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or within specialist provisions supporting students with a range of needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech and Language Difficulties
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs
• Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties

We have a variety of opportunities available, including:

• Daily and short-term supply work
• Long-term placements
• Temp-to-perm positions
• Permanent roles within local schools

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with SEN, vulnerable individuals, or in a caring/support role
• A patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Ability to adapt to different school environments

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Dedicated local consultant support
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within a variety of school settings

Ideal Backgrounds

• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Care Workers
• Support Workers
• Residential Support Staff
• Youth Workers
• Nursery Practitioners
• Psychology and Education Graduates
• Individuals with personal experience supporting those with additional needs

Slough & Surrounding Areas

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Positions Available

Supply, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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