SEN Teaching Assistant - College Setting

Empowering Learning; Essex; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs at a college setting in Romford. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, promoting independence and safe learning in a dedicated SEN team.

You will work Monday to Friday in a full-time capacity, assisting with personal care where needed and collaborating with teaching staff to deliver targeted learning activities. DBS and Hoisting certification are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with SEN students is essential
• Experience supporting students with complex needs is desirable
• Valid Hoisting Certificate is essential
• Must hold a Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, caring and supportive approach
• Ability to work confidently as part of a wider SEN team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students

Responsibilities

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting personal care and mobility where required
• Assisting with learning and classroom activities
• Supporting students to develop independence and life skills
• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals

Skills

SEN students experience

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Hoisting Certificate

DBS on Update Service

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - College Setting

Location: Romford
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a college supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working with SEN students, ideally within a school, college, specialist education or care setting. You will be responsible for providing high-quality 1:1 and classroom support, helping students develop their independence, communication and learning skills while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with SEN students is essential
• Experience supporting students with complex needs is desirable
• Valid Hoisting Certificate is essential
• Must hold a Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, caring and supportive approach
• Ability to work confidently as part of a wider SEN team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students

The Role

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Supporting students with a range of additional needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting personal care and mobility where required
• Assisting with learning and classroom activities
• Supporting students to develop independence and life skills
• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people and wants to work within a specialist college environment. -

We do not offer or accept sponsorship

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. Please note that successful applicants must have an Enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.