At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in a classroom setting and promote their independence.
- Company: Join a leading recruitment agency dedicated to education and student support.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible hours, and opportunities for training and development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with ongoing training and a focus on teamwork and communication.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Willingness to achieve relevant qualifications and previous experience in education is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Join us for an exciting opportunity as a SEN Support Specialist in Harrow, London. We are seeking to appoint a SEN Support Assistant.
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Stanmore - Bannister
Industry: Education
Length of contract: Temporary - Ongoing
Key responsibilities:
- To provide effective support for individual or groups of students in a classroom setting covering a range of levels and subjects.
- To identify opportunities for the student(s) to work independently where appropriate, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times; at such times to support other students in the classroom as appropriate.
- To keep accurate records of the support provided and the students' progress and attendance, monitoring if adjustments are consistently made in class.
- To encourage the student(s) to interact with others and engage in activities led by the lecturer.
- To assist with the general pastoral care of the student(s).
- Provide support for students' emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with the College's Behaviour Policy, and demonstrating high expectations of work and behaviour.
- Work with students to reinforce learning by practicing skills already taught.
- Accompany lecturers and students on College visits, and participate in college functions within College hours.
Skills & experience:
- Possess or be willing to work towards a Literacy and Numeracy qualification at Level 2 or above.
- Possess an appropriate support qualification or be willing to undertake training to gain relevant qualification required.
- Possess appropriate IT skills relevant to the post, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook and the ability to complete searches on the Internet.
- Have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Be able to demonstrate the motivation and skills to support students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties in an educational setting.
- Have previous relevant experience.
- Be willing to undertake training and development as required within the role.
- Be able to demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Possess basic knowledge of First Aid, food hygiene and Health and Safety or be willing to undertake training.
- Have an awareness and understanding of equal opportunities.
- Have an awareness of the safeguarding and prevent initiatives.
If you are interested in working as a SEN Support Assistant in Harrow, London, please apply with a CV and your DBS Certificate (Enhanced and on update service) today.
SEN Support Specialist - Harrow employer: Morgan Hunt Recruitment
Morgan Hunt is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture for SEN Support Specialists in Harrow. With a commitment to employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, we ensure that our staff are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. Join us in a dynamic educational environment where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
