SEN Teaching Assistant – Resource Provision (Speech, Language & Communication Needs)
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Brent, London
£475 – £525 per week
We are recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist Resource Provision in a large and inclusive primary school in Brent. This is a highly rewarding role where you will work closely with teachers, the SEND team, speech and language professionals, and external agencies to provide tailored support for children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), including pupils with autism.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with additional needs in a primary setting and be confident using communication-based interventions to help pupils access learning and develop independence. You should be passionate about helping children progress academically, socially, and emotionally within both the Resource Provision and mainstream classroom environment.
Experience and training needed for this role include:
Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a primary school setting
A good understanding of autism, speech and language needs, and communication difficulties
Experience using visual timetables, PECS, Makaton, now/next boards, or other communication strategies
Experience supporting pupils with sensory needs, social communication challenges, and emotional regulation
Training in autism awareness, safeguarding, and behaviour support
Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation training is highly desirable
Experience working alongside speech and language therapists or other external professionals would be an advantage
Patience, resilience, empathy, and a calm, consistent approach are essential
Benefits
£475 – £525 per week xiskglj
Supportive and inclusive primary school environment
Opportunity to work within a specialist Resource Provision supporting pupils with additional needs
Ongoing support from experienced SEND staff and professionals
Valuable experience working alongside specialist teachers and therapists
Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children with communication and learning needs
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with the skills and passion to support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs, we would love to hear from you.
#smartsupport
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Brent, London
£475 – £525 per week
We are recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist Resource Provision in a large and inclusive primary school in Brent. This is a highly rewarding role where you will work closely with teachers, the SEND team, speech and language professionals, and external agencies to provide tailored support for children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), including pupils with autism.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with additional needs in a primary setting and be confident using communication-based interventions to help pupils access learning and develop independence. You should be passionate about helping children progress academically, socially, and emotionally within both the Resource Provision and mainstream classroom environment.
Experience and training needed for this role include:
Previous experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a primary school setting
A good understanding of autism, speech and language needs, and communication difficulties
Experience using visual timetables, PECS, Makaton, now/next boards, or other communication strategies
Experience supporting pupils with sensory needs, social communication challenges, and emotional regulation
Training in autism awareness, safeguarding, and behaviour support
Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation training is highly desirable
Experience working alongside speech and language therapists or other external professionals would be an advantage
Patience, resilience, empathy, and a calm, consistent approach are essential
Benefits
£475 – £525 per week xiskglj
Supportive and inclusive primary school environment
Opportunity to work within a specialist Resource Provision supporting pupils with additional needs
Ongoing support from experienced SEND staff and professionals
Valuable experience working alongside specialist teachers and therapists
Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children with communication and learning needs
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with the skills and passion to support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs, we would love to hear from you.
#smartsupport
Sen Teaching Assistant in Preston employer: Smart Teachers
Smart Teachers is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering an inclusive and supportive work culture. Located in Romford, the school offers a collaborative environment where educators can thrive, with ample opportunities for training and development, particularly in SEND coordination. Joining our leadership team means being part of a dedicated community committed to shaping every pupil's potential.
