Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers seeks a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SLD and Complex needs. The role involves providing both 1:1 and small group support. Ideal candidates will possess a solid understanding of SEND and a collaborative approach to enhance learning outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive pay, £550 per week

Continued Professional Development (CPD)

17 years of trusted agency experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school or SEN setting.
• Understanding of SEND conditions.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with communication difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support and targeted intervention.
• Support teachers in lesson planning and delivery.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Job description

About the role:

Horizon Teachers are looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups across. You will help children with SLD and Complex needs thrive in the classroom and beyond.
If you're passionate about making a real difference and supporting young learners, Horizon Teachers would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support across, assisting with pupil engagement to enhance learning outcomes.
• Provide focused 1:1 and small group support to deliver targeted intervention.
• Support the class teacher in planning, preparation, and delivering engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with SEND and additional needs.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive, and safe environment.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Previous experience in a school or SEN setting (essential).
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• A solid understanding of SEND conditions and how they affect learning and behaviour.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with communication difficulties and/or physical needs.
• A collaborative and empathetic approach, with excellent communication skills.

Why Horizon Teachers?

• Competitive pay: 550 per week, depending on experience.
• Continued Professional Development (CPD) enhance your SEN skills and career progression.
• Trusted Agency 17 year's experience placing dedicated SEN professionals in rewarding roles.

Hit Apply now for this SEN Teaching Assistant position or risk missing out!

Equal Opportunities

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.