SEN Teaching Assistant - Part time

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a West London outstanding secondary school. The role is part-time, three days per week, with a start date to be confirmed, and an interview after half-term.

You will support students needing extra help, helping them access learning and feel confident throughout the day, while contributing to their social and emotional development within a caring school community.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, approachable, empathetic and resilient.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Interest in SEN, pastoral care or youth mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Support students who require additional help to access learning.
• Contribute to a positive, pastoral-focused school environment.
• Work with teachers and pastoral teams to support social and emotional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Relationship building

Education

Graduate or aspiring teacher

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Part time- West London - Outstanding Secondary School

Are you a graduate or an aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Academics are currently recruiting for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding secondary school in West London.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping students develop their confidence, emotional wellbeing and engagement with school.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Part time - The Role

• Location: West London

• Hours: 3 days per week

• Start date: To be confirmed

• Interview: After half-term

• School: Outstanding secondary school

SEN Teaching Assistant - Part time: What will you be doing?

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional support, helping them access learning and feel confident and settled throughout the school day. The role has a strong pastoral focus, so building trust, offering encouragement and supporting students' social and emotional development will be important aspects of the position.

You will work alongside teachers and the wider pastoral and inclusion teams to help create a positive, supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has a genuine interest in supporting young people and their development.

• Is patient, approachable, empathetic and resilient.

• Can build positive relationships with students from a range of backgrounds.

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is interested in SEN, pastoral care or youth mentoring.

• Has previous experience working with young people, although this is not essential.

No particular subject specialism is required. This opportunity would suit a graduate, aspiring teacher or someone with experience in youth work, mentoring, coaching or pastoral support.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Part time: Why Apply?

• Work in an outstanding secondary school in West London.

• Gain valuable experience in SEN and pastoral support.

• Develop your skills within a supportive school environment.

• Work part-time, three days per week.

• Interview opportunities available after half-term.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.