SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for an Outstanding mainstream secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN to access the curriculum and develop confidence.

You will work with teachers and the school's SEN team to implement tailored strategies, support personal care where required, and help students build academic, social and emotional skills in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience in a school/educational setting is desirable.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Support students to engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Work with teachers to implement individual support strategies.
• Help students develop academic, social and emotional skills.
• Assist with personal care and/or physical needs where required.
• Assist with safe movement and mobility in line with school procedures.
• Build positive relationships and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Classroom support

Patience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Secondary School

Location Tower Hamlets, East London

Role SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract Full Time

Start Date ASAP / Ongoing

School Outstanding Mainstream Secondary School

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in a supportive and inclusive secondary school?

We are currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Outstanding mainstream secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual who wants to make a real difference to the educational and personal development of students with additional needs.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and the school's SEN team to provide tailored support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will help students access the curriculum, develop their confidence and independence, and overcome barriers to learning.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Supporting students to engage positively with learning and classroom activities.
• Working alongside teachers to implement individual support strategies.
• Helping students develop their academic, social and emotional skills.
• Supporting students with personal care and/or physical needs where required.
• Assisting with safe movement and mobility in accordance with school procedures.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Contributing to an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

About You

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience working within a school or educational setting is desirable.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people's education and wellbeing.
• A valid Manual Handling Certificate - essential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to undertake one.

The School

This Outstanding mainstream secondary school in Tower Hamlets is committed to providing an inclusive, ambitious and supportive education for all students. The school offers a positive working environment and works collaboratively to ensure students with additional needs receive the appropriate support to thrive.

Why Apply?

• Full-time, ongoing opportunity.
• Work within an Outstanding secondary school.
• Supportive and collaborative staff team.

If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with a valid Manual Handling Certificate and are looking for a full-time role in Tower Hamlets, East London, we would love to hear from you.

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