Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

senploy; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in the London borough of Newham seeks a full-time Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support students' social, emotional, and cognitive development. The ideal candidate will hold a degree related to education and demonstrate empathy and proactiveness. Responsibilities include liaising with teachers and community professionals to foster a supportive learning environment. This position offers ongoing training and a pathway to careers in educational psychology.

Benefits

Ongoing position

Regular training (Safeguarding, SEN Awareness, etc.)

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Academic individual holding a degree in a related field.
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Prior experience working with students is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing their social, emotional and cognitive skills.
• Liaise with the class teacher and wider community professionals.
• Assist the team in creating a welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Proactiveness

Understanding of Special Educational Needs

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a related field

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

Location: London borough of Newham

Pay: £90 – £105 per day

Benefits: Ongoing position, social, emotional & cognitive support for students with various SEMH-related needs

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Support students in developing their social, emotional and cognitive skills.
• Liaise with the class teacher, SENCO and wider community professionals (e.g. educational psychologist) to ensure students are on track.
• Assist the team in creating a progressive and welcoming learning environment.
• Work with students in various year groups with learning disabilities (Autism, ADHD) and mental health needs.

About the School

• Primary school located in the London borough of Newham.
• Transparent, tight-knit community with a supportive team.
• Easily accessible by public transport; street parking offered close to the site.
• High conversion rate of graduates who started as SEN TAs to practising psychologists (clinical, educational, etc.).
• Regular training (Safeguarding, SEN Awareness, etc.).

Ideal Candidate

• Academic individual holding a degree in a related field.
• Prior experience working with students (ideal but not essential).
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Empathetic, proactive & ambitious (must).
• Aspiring to pursue a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling or Pastoral Work.

How to Apply

If you are interested in the position, please apply through this job advert or call in directly TODAY and speak with Aaron Deacon.