Job descriptionWe are looking for a dedicated and nurturing SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), supporting their learning and development both in and outside the classroom. Beginning ASAP.Duties as a SEND Teaching Assistant:Supporting pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis or in small groupsAssisting the class teacher with planning and adapting learning resourcesHelping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skillsEncouraging positive behaviour and supporting emotional regulationWorking closely with the SENCO and wider staff team to deliver personalised support plansIdeal SEND Teaching Assistant:Have experience supporting children with SEND (e.g. autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, speech and language, or physical needs)Be patient, empathetic and flexible in their approachHold a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) – desirable but not essentialBe able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and staff as SEND Teaching Assistant.Have a genuine passion for helping all children access education and thriveWhy Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!
