At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with additional needs in a caring and structured environment.
- Company: A welcoming specialist SEND school in Hounslow.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive pay, and ongoing support.
- Other info: Long-term opportunities available in a rewarding role.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Location: Hounslow
Job Type: Bank / Flexible Supply (Ad-Hoc)
Job role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Are you looking for flexible work in education while making a genuine difference to the lives of young people with additional needs? A specialist SEND school in Hounslow is looking to expand its bank staff team and is recruiting passionate, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to support pupils on an ad-hoc basis throughout the academic year. Whether you're looking for one day a week or full-time flexible work, we'd love to hear from you.
We are looking for:
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)
- Behaviour Mentors
- Support Workers
- Care Support Assistants
- Graduates looking to gain SEND experience
- Experienced SEND Professionals
About the School
This welcoming specialist school supports pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Complex Medical Needs and associated communication needs. The school provides a caring, structured environment where every pupil is supported to develop academically, socially and independently.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
- Encourage communication, independence and engagement.
- Promote positive behaviour using consistent strategies.
- Support pupils with sensory activities and structured routines.
- Assist with personal care where required.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff.
- Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable.
- A caring, patient and resilient approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Comfortable working with pupils with complex needs and Autism.
- Willingness to support personal care if required.
- Team Teach training is advantageous but not essential.
Why Join?
- Flexible working to suit your availability.
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Opportunity to gain experience in a highly respected specialist setting.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Long-term and permanent opportunities available.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same.
If you're passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for flexible work in a specialist education setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for upcoming bank staff opportunities.
Timeplan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Timeplan education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.
Bank Staff Teaching Assistant employer: TimePlan Education
TimePlan Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development, making it an ideal place for both Early Career Teachers and seasoned educators. Located in Northampton, the supportive academy environment fosters collaboration within a dedicated Science department, ensuring that teachers can inspire their students while also growing in their careers.
