Special Needs Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant (Autism)

Secondary

Enfield

Full-Time

Overview

Empowering Learning are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work with pupils with Learning Difficulties in Enfield. We are seeking Teaching Assistants with a background of supporting children or adults with Complex Needs, Autism or Learning Difficulties. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate a caring and empathetic nature towards the pupils but also remain resilient and patient under difficult scenarios. The school would like positive and versatile SEN Teaching Assistants, with a keen interest in supporting pupils of different learning levels. No experience is required to apply as school offer lots on ongoing training to all staff.

Responsibilities

• Able to work with groups or 1:1 support within the classroom
• Supporting pupils with Complex Needs, Autism & Learning Difficulties
• Supervising pupils behaviour
• Encourage, engage and support pupils with their learning & development
• Support with personal care e.g. toileting & feeding

Job Requirements

• Adaptable and willing to work with different age groups
• Willing to support children with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be prepared to apply for a new DBS
• Available 5 days a week

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• The opportunity for a permanent contract with the school
• Additional training opportunities via Empowering Learning