SEND Teaching Assistant: Inspire & Support Diverse Learners

Sherwood Foundation School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Foundation School in Greater London is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will communicate with students, parents and carers, and work closely with staff and external agencies to support learning and development.

Experience in a classroom with pupils with special educational needs is desirable, and we offer a full induction training programme. We value a respectful, caring approach and a commitment to helping every pupil reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting students in a classroom environment is desirable.
• Demonstrates respect and ambition for our pupils.
• Willingness to undertake induction and training.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team including students, parents and carers, other staff and external agencies.
• Establish positive relationships with students and empathise with their needs.
• Provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to students’ needs.
• Physically support learners and assist with wheelchairs and seating as needed; guidance and manual handling training will be given.
• Support pupils with independence, self-care procedures, and intimacy and personal care with dignity and respect.

Job description

Sherwood Foundation School in Greater London is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will communicate with students, parents and carers, and work closely with staff and external agencies to support learning and development.

Experience in a classroom with pupils with special educational needs is desirable, and we offer a full induction training programme. We value a respectful, caring approach and a commitment to helping every pupil reach their potential.