Special Needs Teaching Assistant

UCM Recruitment; Merton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A SEN school in Merton is looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support a class of pupils with needs including Autism (ASD) and communication challenges (SLCN).

Hours are 8:30 am-4:00 pm. The role is long-term with potential to go permanent based on performance. Requirements include at least 3 months experience with SEND, especially Autism and SEMH, and an interest in Psychology, Mental Health, and Therapeutic Intervention.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months experience supporting pupils with special and additional needs, including Autism and SEMH.
• Interest or background in Psychology, Mental Health, and Therapeutic Intervention.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support a class of pupils with needs including Autism and SLCN.
• Assist with behavioural management and social-emotional support.
• Assist with learning activities during school hours 8:30 am-4:00 pm.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism support

Behaviour management

Job description

A SEN school in Merton is looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support a class of pupils with needs inclusive of Autism (ASD) and communication challenges (SLCN).

Position details:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to start ASAP

Long-term and scope to go permanent, based on your performance

Hours are 8:30 am-4:00 pm

The successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant will have:

At least 3 months experience supporting special and additional needs, especially Autism, and SEMH (social emotional mental health) needs with associated behavioural challenges.

A background and/or keen interest in Psychology, Mental Health, and Therapeutic Intervention.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.