SEND Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a welcoming and supportive 3-form entry Primary School in Tower Hamlets that is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis. This role involves supporting pupils with SEND inside and outside the classroom, working closely with teachers and the wider support team to create an inclusive learning environment.

A degree in Education, Psychology or a related subject, an Enhanced DBS, and the right to work in

Qualifications

• Graduates with a background in Education, Psychology or a related subject.
• Primary school-based experience is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply) and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND on an individual and small-group basis.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and engage with learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and the wider team.
• Encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, resources and tasks.
• Provide additional support to learners needing extra help.
• Collaborate with the SENCO and school staff.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, calm learning environment.
• Support pupils during break and lunch times as needed.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Enthusiastic approach

Pupil support

Education

Education or Psychology background

Job description

Start date: ASAP

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

Contract: Long-term, full-time role

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant

School type: 3-form entry Primary School

Salary: 95 - 112.95

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a welcoming and supportive 3-form entry Primary School in Tower Hamlets that is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates with a background in Education, Psychology or a related subject, as well as candidates with previous Primary School-based experience who are looking to develop their career in education and SEND support.

More about the role:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom and working closely with teachers and the wider support team. You will have confidence:

• Supporting pupils with SEND on an individual and small-group basis.
• Helping children access the curriculum and engage positively with learning.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence and engagement.
• Supporting pupils' communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities, resources and learning tasks.
• Providing additional support to pupils who may require help with their learning or behaviour.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and the wider school team.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, calm and engaging learning environment.
• Supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, including during break and lunch times.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and professional conduct.

As the successful SEND Teaching Assistant, it will be to your advantage if you have previous experience working with children with SEND or within a Primary School environment. Experience or an academic background in Education, Psychology or a related subject would also be desirable.

If you have a degree in Education, Psychology or a related subject, or previous Primary School experience, have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to apply), and have the right to work in the UK.

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm

AWR: Higher rate available after 12 weeks

CPD: Access to FREE CPD and training opportunities