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SEN Teaching Assistant

  • location Tower Hamlets
  • contract type Full-time
  • contract terms Long-term, Permanent
  • salary £450 to £475 per week
  • ref MxTYr42
  • Apply by 23 November 2024
  • Job start 04 Nov 2024
  • Job end Ongoing

Full time teaching assistant needed to start after October half term for the rest of the academic year in a mainstream primary school

This is a 1-2-1 role working with 2 pupils with Autism in Year 4 and Year 2.

You must have experience working with SEN

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About the role

A mainstream primary school is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching assistant to work with 2 pupils with ASD (autism), one in Year 4 and the other in Year 2.

The school are looking for someone who is confident, firm, hands on in their role and is able to adapt throughout the day where needed.

You should-

-Have experience working with special educational needs (SEN)

-Be able to work off your own initiative, be able to identify needs of the pupil throughout the day and act on this

-Be able to work with other staff members following plans and ensuring the pupils are receiving all the support needed

-Be a hands on individual who is able to get stuck in from day one

-Understand the importance of providing the correct support to the pupils and therefore be passionate about your work

-Be firm but fair, confident in your ability working with children with additional needs and be proactive

About the school

The school is a mainstream primary school. They are wanting a TA who has all the relevant experience working with SEN and can support the pupils in need

The school has high standards for the support of the pupil and therefore you should be able to meet these standards.

Requirements

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

  • Have a DBS on the updated service or be willing to apply for one
  • Have experience working with SEN
  • Be confident working with SEN

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

  • Prior experience supporting SEN

Key responsibilities

As SEN Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for:

  • Provide support to two pupils with autism throughout the school day
  • Working alongside other staff members ensuring the pupils are receiving the support

What the school offer

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

  • Continous support from other staff members
  • A strong sense of community within the school

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].

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