SEN Teaching Assistant - Newham

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated local consultant with SEN-re

Access to multiple schools and Newham

Long-term and permanent career options

Free CPD through Teaching Personnel

CPD: Autism Awareness & SEMH

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is partnering with several Newham primary schools to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants and aspiring educational professionals.

You will support pupils with diverse needs, gain experience across multiple schools, and work alongside SEND professionals, teachers and therapists in a dynamic environment. We welcome graduates seeking hands-on experience before teacher training or related studies, with opportunities for ongoing CPD and career progression within a large network

Qualifications

• Experience in educational, SEN or care settings.
• Ability to support pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships.
• Demonstrate patience, resilience and empathy.
• Commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Graduates considering a future career in education or child-focused professions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD, Speech, Language and Communication Needs, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Help pupils access education and build confidence and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEND professionals and school staff to deliver effective support.

Skills

Education/SEN care experience

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Psychology

Education Studies

Childhood Studies

Criminology

Sociology

Health & Social Care

Speech and Language Sciences

Sports Science

Any degree disciplines welcome

Job description

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 skillsAre 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

However, we welcome applications from graduates of all disciplines who have a genuine interest in working with children.

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