SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a resilient, energetic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in a supportive primary school?

Do you have the confidence, patience and enthusiasm to support a child with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour?

Are you someone who is always on the ball, enjoys being active and can build a positive relationship with a child who needs consistent support and boundaries?

SEN Teaching Assistant – The role

• SEMH SEN Teaching Assistant
• Haringey, North London
• Primary school
• Long-term, full-time role through agency
• ASAP start
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
• Providing 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs
• Supporting a child with challenging behaviour
• Supporting the pupil with their academic, social and emotional development
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team

SEN Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs.
• Support a child who can display challenging and unpredictable behaviour.
• Build a strong, trusting and positive relationship with the pupil.
• Support the pupil to manage their emotions and regulate their behaviour.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help maintain clear and consistent boundaries.
• Support the pupil with their academic learning and development.
• Adapt activities and approaches to meet the pupil’s individual needs.
• Keep the pupil engaged, motivated and focused throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil during transitions, break times and other less structured periods.
• Be proactive and responsive to the pupil’s needs throughout the day.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.

SEN Teaching Assistant - About You

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs, desirable.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour, desirable.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• A confident and consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Plenty of energy and enthusiasm, this is a role where you will need to be on your feet and on the ball!
• Ability to remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A proactive and flexible approach.
• Ability to think on your feet and respond quickly to changing situations.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• The resilience and commitment required to provide consistent 1:1 support.

SEN Teaching Assistant - What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• Long-term, full-time role within a primary school in Haringey.
• ASAP start.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting a pupil with SEMH needs.
• Supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated agency consultant.
• Opportunity to develop your experience in behaviour and SEN support.
• Valuable experience providing dedicated 1:1 support.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a child’s confidence, behaviour and development.

If you are an energetic, resilient and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting challenging behaviour and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, we would love to hear from you.