SEN Teaching Assistant - Newham

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; City Of London; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated local consultant with SEN-re

Free CPD through Teaching Personnel

Résumé du poste

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is partnering with Newham primary schools in East London to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants and aspiring educational professionals. You will help pupils access education, build confidence and support learning across a range of needs, with opportunities to work across multiple schools.

Graduates and experienced assistants are welcome; the role offers valuable exposure to SEND professionals, therapists and school leaders, with ongoing support and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or SEN settings is desirable.
• Clear communication with pupils, parents and staff.
• Patience, resilience and empathy in supporting diverse needs.
• Willingness to learn and engage with CPD.

Responsabilités

• Support pupils with additional needs to access education.
• Assist with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and school staff.
• Build positive relationships to promote pupil well-being.

Connaissances

SEN teaching experience

Communication skills

Empathy and patience

Formation

Degree completed

Description du poste

SEN Teaching Assistant & Aspiring Educational Professionals

Newham, East London

Full Time and Daily Supply | Term Time Only | Immediate & Future Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs?

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge or a graduate considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy or counselling?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a number of highly supportive and inclusive primary schools across Newham to build a strong network of talented SEN Teaching Assistants who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

This is more than just a classroom support role.

It is an opportunity to gain invaluable experience working alongside experienced SEND professionals, teachers, therapists and school leaders while supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping pupils access education, build confidence and achieve success both academically and personally.

You may support pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)
• Learning Difficulties
• EHCPs and personalised learning plans

Successful candidates may work within different primary school settings across Newham, allowing them to develop their experience, broaden their skillset and identify the environments in which they thrive most.

No two days are ever the same, but every day offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We're Looking For

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants who:

• Have worked in educational, SEN or care settings
• Understand how to support pupils with additional needs
• Can build positive and trusting relationships
• Demonstrate patience, resilience and empathy
• Are committed to supporting pupil progress and wellbeing

Graduates who:

• Have recently completed a degree
• Are considering a future career in education or child-focused professions
• Want hands on experience before teacher training or postgraduate study
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Are passionate about helping children reach their potential

Degrees in the following areas are particularly desirable:

• Psychology
• Education Studies
• Childhood Studies
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Health & Social Care
• Speech and Language Sciences
• Sports Science

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Unlike applying to a single school, joining Teaching Personnel gives you access to opportunities across a large network of schools throughout Newham.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated local consultant with specialist SEN recruitment expertise
• Access to multiple schools and opportunities across Newham
• Long-term and permanent career opportunities
• Free CPD through the Teaching Personnel Academy
• Courses including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, Team Teach Awareness, Safeguarding and Understanding SEMH
• Flexible pathways into teaching and school-based careers
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of educational environments
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Access to some of East London's most inclusive and forward-thinking schools

Ideal For

• Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
• Graduate Teaching Assistants
• Aspiring Teachers
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists
• Aspiring SENCOs
• Aspiring Speech and Language TherapistsAspiring Occupational Therapists
• Youth Workers seeking a school-based role
• Support Workers looking to transition into education

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to gain experience across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools in Newham, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Teaching Personnel and become part of a network dedicated to improving outcomes for every child, every day.

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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