SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School
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Kingston upon Thames
Long-Term Opportunity | After October Half Term | Full-Time
Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young learners?
We are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Kingston upon Thames to recruit a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant for a long-term position starting after October half term.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to play a meaningful role in helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored support to pupils with special educational needs. You will help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
Supporting children with their learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.
Adapting activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
Implementing strategies outlined in pupils’ support plans and EHCPs, where applicable.
Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and confidence.
Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff.
Helping to maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.We are keen to hear from candidates who are:
Experienced in supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting, or have relevant transferable experience.
Patient, nurturing and confident in building positive relationships with children.
Passionate about inclusive education and helping every pupil succeed.
Proactive, adaptable and able to respond calmly to individual needs.
Strong communicators who work well as part of a team.
Reliable, professional and committed to a long-term opportunity.
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You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, in many cases from day one.
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