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SEN Teaching Assistant

  • location Barking and Dagenham
  • contract type Part-time
  • contract terms Short-term/day-to-day supply, Long-term
  • salary £85 to £90 per day
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  • Apply by 29 November 2024
  • Job start ASAP
  • Job end Ongoing

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at a school in Dagenham. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with children with special educational needs (SEN) to help them access the curriculum, develop their social and emotional skills, and achieve their full potential.

About the role

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young people, a deep understanding of the challenges faced by students with SEN, and a commitment to providing high-quality support in an inclusive and nurturing environment. This role is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, patient, and ready to make a positive impact on the lives of children with a range of learning needs.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN, including learning, social, and emotional development.
  • Work closely with class teachers to adapt and modify the curriculum to meet the individual needs of students.
  • Support students with physical, sensory, and/or emotional challenges to engage in classroom activities and participate fully in school life.
  • Assist in the delivery of interventions and support strategies for students with SEN.
  • Promote positive behavior and social skills, ensuring that students are supported in becoming independent learners.

About the school

This school is a friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school based in Dagenham. It prides itself on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where all students, regardless of their abilities, are given the tools and opportunities to succeed. The dedicated team of staff works collaboratively to ensure the highest standards of education and care for each child.

This is a full time role Monday - Friday. 08:30 - 16;00

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

  • Previous experience working with children, ideally within an SEN setting
  • A good understanding of a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team

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

  • Relevant qualification in childcare or special educational needs (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)

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 Teliyah Forbes on 020 7065 7500 or email Teliyah.Forbes@smartteachers.co.uk.

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