Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: London
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time

• Do you have experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant supporting children or young people with additional needs?
• Are you confident supporting pupils with autism, communication needs, learning difficulties and/or challenging behaviour?
• Are you looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can make a genuine difference to a pupil’s learning, confidence and independence?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting 3 SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEN setting in London.

We are recruiting for:

• 2 x General SEN Teaching Assistants – supporting pupils across the school with their learning, communication, behaviour and individual needs.
• 1 x 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – providing dedicated individual support to a pupil throughout the school day.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide a safe, structured and positive learning environment. You will help pupils access lessons, develop their communication and social skills and work towards individual learning and EHCP targets.

For the 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant position, you will provide consistent individual support, helping the pupil engage with learning, manage their emotions and behaviour and develop greater confidence and independence.

A patient, calm and adaptable approach is essential. You should be comfortable supporting pupils who may have complex learning, communication, sensory or behavioural needs.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistants will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Experience with autism/ASC, learning difficulties, communication needs and/or challenging behaviour
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• The ability to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets
• Confidence supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting individual needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom and individual SEN support
• Support pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Provide 1:1 support where required
• Help pupils access and engage with classroom activities
• Support communication and interaction
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Use appropriate strategies to manage challenging situations
• Support pupils in developing confidence and independence
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Maintain a safe, calm and supportive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise pupil wellbeing

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Competitive rates of pay
• Support throughout the registration and placement process
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is being paid, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.

Ready to take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant? Click APPLY NOW to discuss these 3 exciting opportunities.

Email: rebecca.bentum@teacheractive.com
Contact Number: 0207 858 6655