SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants with prior experience in working with children with additional needs and learning difficulties in Hammersmith and Fulham. You will be playing a vital role in supporting pupils and helping them integrate through mainstream classes, break/lunch times and involvement in school events.

About the role

The job will require you to work 1:1 or in small groups, adapting activities and supporting access to the curriculum.

-You will need previous experience working with children with high needs.

-Ability to observe, record progress or issues, and feedback appropriately.

-Be skilled in spotting gaps in learning and intervening.

-Be able to focus on each pupils personal development and behavior alongside classroom based support.

-You will be required to support and work with the teacher and assist pupils in and outside the classroom.

-Full time role within KS1-KS2

About the school

The school emphasises five core values: Confidence, Celebration, Challenging, Caring, Cooperation with a focus on inclusion, diversity, and high aspirations for all children.

The inclusive ethos and high expectations mean that children with additional needs are likely supported within a culture of high aspirations. Supporting independence, confidence and inclusivity will be valued.

School is known to be very good at identifying and meeting individual needs, especially for SEN pupils due to skillful staff.

Requirements

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

• Prior experience working with SEN pupils
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work with different needs.
• Be adaptable and enthusiastic
• Understanding of inclusion and independence

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

• Prior experience with SEN pupils

Key responsibilities

As SEN Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Assisting pupils from all backgrounds with personal development
• Be able to work as part of a wider team, perhaps across classes or collaborating with other staff.

What the school offer

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

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 Kardelen Altindag on 0207 0657549 or email [email protected].