SEN TA/LSA

Seeking TA's/LSA's to support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Cognition and Learning difficulties (ranging from moderate to profound needs)
• Communication and Interaction needs (including autism and speech and language difficulties)

About the role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of learning difficulties throughout the school day. You will work both in and out of the classroom, providing tailored academic, social, and emotional support, while ensuring that each pupil’s individual needs are understood and met.

We are looking for individuals who are patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people. You will work collaboratively with staff to create a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive.

About the school

A welcoming and inclusive primary school committed to supporting all pupils. The school provides a safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SEN TA/LSA you will:

• Have a DBS on the updated service or be willing to apply for one

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Prior experience working with children with SEN in an education setting

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Mo Taki on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].