Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: London
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time

• Do you have experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant supporting children or young people with additional needs?
• Are you confident supporting pupils with autism, communication needs, learning difficulties and/or challenging behaviour?
• Are you looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can make a genuine difference to a pupil’s learning, confidence and independence?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting 3 SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEN setting in London.

We are recruiting for:

• 2 x General SEN Teaching Assistants – supporting pupils across the school with their learning, communication, behaviour and individual needs.
• 1 x 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – providing dedicated individual support to a pupil throughout the school day.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide a safe, structured and positive learning environment. You will help pupils access lessons, develop their communication and social skills and work towards individual learning and EHCP targets.

For the 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant position, you will provide consistent individual support, helping the pupil engage with learning, manage their emotions and behaviour and develop greater confidence and independence.

A patient, calm and adaptable approach is essential. You should be comfortable supporting pupils who may have complex learning, communication, sensory or behavioural needs.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistants will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Experience with autism/ASC, learning difficulties, communication needs and/or challenging behaviour
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• The ability to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets
• Confidence supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting individual needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom and individual SEN support
• Support pupils with their academic, social and emotional development
• Provide 1:1 support where required
• Help pupils access and engage with classroom activities
• Support communication and interaction
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Use appropriate strategies to manage challenging situations
• Support pupils in developing confidence and independence
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Maintain a safe, calm and supportive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise pupil wellbeing

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Competitive rates of pay
• Support throughout the registration and placement process
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is being paid, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.

Ready to take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant? Click APPLY NOW to discuss these 3 exciting opportunities.

Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 0207 858 6655

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.