SEND Teaching Assistant

Remedy Education; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in a secondary school setting. This role involves working closely with children facing behavioural challenges, employing effective behaviour management techniques, and fostering positive relationships. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, strong communication skills, and a commitment to creating an inclusive environment. Join a growing team and make a difference in the lives of young individuals while enjoying the potential for permanent employment and additional benefits.

Benefits

Potential to go Permanent

Growing Team

Referral Scheme (£100 per referral)

Qualifications

• Experience with students facing behavioural challenges in education.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support key stage 3 & 4 pupils with various SEND in a secondary school.
• Collaborate with teachers to create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour Management Techniques

Positive Reinforcement Strategies

De-escalation Methods

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Education

Experience in Educational Setting

Understanding of SEND Principles

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant Paid Trial Days South East London February 2025

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant

Start: February 2025

Location: Greenwich, South East London

Contract: Full time

Rate: 90-100 per day

Setting: SEN Secondary

Remedy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who is willing to support key stage 3 & 4 pupils who have various SEND. To undertake this amazing SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will be dealing with challenging behaviour and using various reinforcement strategies to provide support to pupils within a Secondary school environment. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting a year 3 child who is diagnosed with ADHD. You will collaborate with the classroom teacher and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment for the student.

The ideal candidate:

• Experience working with students with behavioural challenges, preferably in an educational or special education setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, positive reinforcement strategies, and de-escalation methods.
• Ability to establish rapport and build positive relationships with students, demonstrating patience, empathy, and understanding.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.

Requirements:

• Previous child-based experience: A proven track record of working with children in an educational or supportive capacity.
• An understanding of basic SEND principles.
• DBS on the update service: A valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on the update service to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.
• Passion for education: A genuine enthusiasm for contributing to the educational development and well-being of young individuals.

Benefits:

• Potential to go Permanent.
• Work amongst a growing team.
• Referral scheme (£100 per referral).

If you think this is the right opportunity for you, then please contact Anelka Campbell using the details provided.