- SEND Teaching Assistant
- Reception Class
- 1:1 Support – Complex Needs
- Tooting, Wandsworth
- Full-time
- Immediate Start
- Ongoing Contract
We are currently looking for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Tooting to provide 1:1 support for a child with complex needs in Reception.
The Role
The school is looking for a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant who has a strong understanding of supporting children with complex special educational needs. You will be working closely with a child in Reception, providing individualised support to help them access learning, develop communication skills and engage positively in the school environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.
- Using appropriate SEND strategies and interventions to support the child’s individual needs.
- Supporting communication, interaction and emotional regulation.
- Adapting activities and learning opportunities to ensure the child can participate in the classroom.
- Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to provide a consistent approach to support.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a specialist SEND school or supporting children with complex needs in a mainstream setting. You should have a good understanding of SEND support strategies and be confident using a range of techniques to support communication, emotional regulation and learning.
The School
This is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Tooting, Wandsworth, with good transport links. The school has a strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs and benefits from a specialist language provision for pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties. With well-resourced learning environments, a dedicated staff team and a nurturing approach to education, the school provides an excellent setting for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to make a real difference.
This is a full-time position with an immediate start, offering the opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s early school experience.
Early Years Teaching Assistant SEN in London employer: Philosophy Education
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