SEND Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent secondary school in North West London is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to provide personalized support to a Year 9 student with cognitive and language difficulties. This full-time position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth within a thriving educational setting.

Benefits

Top rates of pay

Professional support from experienced consultants

Opportunities to progress your career

CPD courses

Access to exclusive roles in London

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting students with SEND.
• Ability to build relationships with students and families.
• Experience working with students with cognitive and language difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 9 student with cognitive and language difficulties.
• Implement specific support programmes under professional guidance.
• Liaise with parents and outside agencies as needed.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Behaviour management

Education

Relevant degree or training in education

Job description

Outstanding, Independent Secondary School based in North West London, require a passionate, dedicated and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a year 9 student who has cognitive and language difficulties.

• SEND Teaching Assistant
• £18,956 - £25,690 per year plus additional benefits
• Full time, 12 month contract with view to permanent position
• Outstanding Independent Secondary School
• Supportive, friendly and welcoming SEND team
• Opportunity for promotion, progression and development
• Work on a 1:1 basis

The School - SEND Teaching Assistant

The School is an exclusive, thriving Secondary Independent School in North West London. You will work alongside outstanding colleagues to achieve outstanding student outcomes in all key stages, your specific role will be working with a student in Year 9 who is joining the school in September.

Professional Standards - SEND Teaching Assistant

• To build and maintain successful relationships with pupils with SME, physical and learning needs and their families.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues, and carry out the role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice
• To liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers and outside agencies
• To take an active role in professional development including through observation, evaluation and discussion with colleagues

Role - SEND Teaching Assistant

• Provide First Aid for students when necessary
• Provide level 1 counselling for student when necessary
• Liaise with parents/carers as directed
• Provide in class support for students
• Contribute to annual review planning for pupils with EHCPs
• To produce and maintain classroom and whole school resources and displays

Learning Activities - SEND Teaching Assistant

• To implement specific programmes of support under the guidance of professionals including teachers, Inclusion teachers, Ed Psych, Speech & Language Therapists and others as directed
• Create and deliver clearly structured learning activities that enable students to be motivated and promote progress
• Contribute to the planning of opportunities for pupils to learn in and out of school contexts
• Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking into account pupils' interests and language and cultural backgrounds
• Support teachers in evaluating pupils' progress through a range of assessment activities
• Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning
• Use behaviour management strategies, in line with the school's policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment
• Organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources for which you are given responsibility
• Work with students both in class, in small groups and one-to-one settings as appropriate

When you apply with Reeson Education, you get:

• Top rates of pay
• Professional support from our team of experienced consultants who offer guidance both pre and post placement
• Opportunities to progress your career
• CPD courses
• Ongoing access to the best and most exclusive future roles in London

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%