At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners in real-world work placements and help them build essential skills.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering young people with SEND.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop your skills, and make a difference in learners' lives.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Be a key player in helping young people thrive in their careers and personal growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching or support roles, especially with SEND, is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with experience similar to a Job Coach, Senior Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or someone who has previously supported young people with SEND in vocational, community, or employment settings.
A significant part of the role involves accompanying and leading groups of learners on external work placements, helping them develop workplace skills, confidence, communication, and independence.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, job coaches, employers, and families to ensure learners achieve their educational and employment outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support small groups of learners during external work placements and community-based activities.
- Build learners' confidence, independence, and employability skills in real-world settings.
- Support students to develop workplace behaviours, communication skills, and social understanding.
- Provide individual and group support across vocational and life‑skills programmes.
- Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and personal wellbeing.
- Support learners to access local facilities and develop independent travel skills.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, job coaches, therapists, and employers.
- Contribute to learner progress reviews and celebrate achievements.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and learner welfare.
- Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
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Further Education Teaching Assistant in London employer: TeacherActive
Teacher Active is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, particularly for those passionate about the arts. Located in Southall, this secondary school offers unique opportunities for professional growth and development, allowing educators to lead innovative programmes and inspire students in Drama and performing arts. With a commitment to excellence and creativity, Teacher Active champions the value of the arts, making it an ideal place for dedicated professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
