SEN Teaching Assistant in City of London

Join a vibrant and inclusive school in Croydon, Bromley, Bexley, London as a SEN Teaching Assistant. This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced educators, gain valuable classroom experience, and support students in reaching their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Individualised Support: Work closely with students who have Special Educational Needs, providing tailored support and adapting teaching materials to meet their unique requirements.
• Classroom Assistance: Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, ensuring that all students are included and supported in their learning activities.
• Behaviour Management: Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting respectful behaviour and implementing strategies to support student engagement.
• Monitoring Progress: Observe and report on student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of Individual Education Plans.
• Personal Care: Support students with personal care needs when required, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the school day.
• Collaboration with Staff: Work closely with teaching staff, SEN coordinators, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Extracurricular Involvement: Contribute to the wider school community by assisting in extracurricular activities, helping to foster student engagement and personal development.
• Professional Development: Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in supporting students with additional needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs, either in a school setting or with relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach, demonstrating your commitment to supporting students with diverse needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across various subjects and with different teaching styles.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive school environment.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the update service.

GSL Education offers:

• Diverse Opportunities: Access to a variety of roles in different types of educational settings, from mainstream schools to special education and alternative provisions.
• Support and Guidance: Support throughout the recruitment process, helping you refine your CV, prepare for interviews, and navigate compliance procedures.
• Flexibility: Many positions offered can be flexible, including part-time, full-time, and temporary roles, which can suit various personal circumstances.
• Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding: An ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout London.
• Professional Development: Access to training and development opportunities, helping you to enhance your skills and advance your career in education.
• Dedicated Consultant: A dedicated consultant will support you in sourcing your desirable role with the best pay rate.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.