At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school pupils with additional needs in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: SENDhelp, a specialist SEND recruitment agency focused on child welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dedicated support, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a fulfilling role in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in UK schools or formal SEND settings is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
SENDhelp is recruiting a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Southall. This role involves supporting pupils from Reception to Year 6 with additional needs including autism (ASD), ADHD and related learning or behavioural needs. The school is seeking someone with practical experience gained in a UK school or another formal SEND setting. Experience across the primary age range is welcomed, including Early Years experience.
Location: Southall
Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm
Working pattern: Monday to Friday
Setting: Primary school, Reception to Year 6
Pupil needs may include ASD, ADHD and other special educational needs. Experience supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties (SLD) is welcomed but not essential.
The role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide consistent classroom and individual support to help pupils access learning, develop independence and manage the school day successfully. Depending on the needs of the class, you may work with individual pupils, small groups or alongside the class teacher to support learning across the curriculum.
What you will be doing:
- Supporting pupils with SEND during lessons and structured activities
- Helping pupils remain engaged, settled and ready to learn
- Adapting tasks and resources under the direction of the class teacher
- Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
- Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Following individual support plans and agreed classroom strategies
- Recording observations and sharing relevant information with teaching staff
- Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other support professionals
- Helping to maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment
Applicants must have:
- Previous work experience in a UK school or a formal SEND setting
- Experience supporting children within the Reception to Year 6 age range, with Early Years experience also accepted
- A reliable and consistent approach to full-time work
- Strong communication skills and the ability to follow support plans
- Patience, resilience and a calm approach when supporting pupils with additional needs
- A willingness to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff
- Personal experience of supporting someone with SEND is a bonus, but it cannot replace the required professional or formal work experience.
The following experience would be beneficial but is not essential:
- Supporting pupils with autism or ADHD
- Working with children who need help with emotional regulation
- Experience with severe learning difficulties
- Delivering one-to-one or small-group interventions
- Using visual timetables, communication tools or structured routines
What SENDhelp offers:
- Competitive PAYE pay
- No umbrella-company deductions
- A dedicated SENDhelp consultant
- Support with onboarding and compliance
- Relevant training opportunities
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct. All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy. SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.
SEND Teaching Assistant in Southall employer: SENDhelp
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