SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education

  • Lewisham, South East London
  • £80-100 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
SEN Teaching Assistant role:A community led SEN secondary school are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work with primary aged students. These students all have a diagnosis of ASD and complex needs. You will be joining a dedicated team of professionals who work closely with the primary students to ensure their educational goals are met.
  • On The Job Training
  • Friendly well run school
  • In class support
  • Lewisham location
  • Small class sizes
  • Full time hours: Monday-Friday
The SEN Teaching Assistant Job:We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work with primary aged students with severe learning needs (SLD) and ASD. You will provide one-on-one support, helping students engage with their learning and develop independence, literacy and mathematics skills.There is an exciting opportunity to work as a part of a small, community based school in the borough of Lewisham where your energy and experience will be valued as you play an important part working each day towards the schools aim to meet the varied needs of its students.As an SEN teaching assistant you will enjoy a high degree of job satisfaction as you have the opportunity to apply your skills to working with students ho need support building their independence as they navigate in primary school.The School
  • Based in Lewisham this fantastic school is a friendly and well respected in the local community with students across the school ages 4-11.
  • Pupils from Lewisham and across surrounding areas who attend this school are offered a broad and balanced curriculum, that is tailored around an extensive knowledge of their learning difficulties and tailored to them.
  • Support and training offered every week to further develop your knowledge and skills as an SEN teaching assistant for children with varied needs.
  • You will be working with skilled Teachers and SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant's in a classroom environment
The SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
  • Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
  • Support with planning, preparation and resourcing for lessons
  • Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
  • Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures
  • Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
The SEN Teaching Assistant ApplicantThe ideal SEN Teaching Assistant applicant will be have the following qualities:
  • Enjoyment of working with young people
  • Will have experience working with students with with various SEN needs
  • Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
  • A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
  • Commitment to safeguarding pupil's well-being and equality
  • Honest, hardworking, transparent with a willingness to learn and develop
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
  • The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Reeson Education:Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Reeson Education