Job description
Embrace a fulfilling opportunity as a committed SEN Teaching Assistant!
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Islington
Salary Range: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about making a lasting impact on young lives? Do you have the dedication to support students with special needs?
GSL Education London Branch are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our lively school in Islington. Join us in transforming the lives of students with special educational needs, offering them remarkable support, and nurturing their journey to reach their fullest potential with tailored and compassionate care!
About the role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be essential in helping students with special educational needs by making sure they have a personalised and welcoming learning environment. You will work closely with the classroom teacher, adjusting lessons and giving individual support to help each student grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Offer one-on-one and small group help to students with special educational needs.
- Collaborate with teachers to create and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Help create a classroom where every student feels included and supported.
- Assist students in building their social, emotional, and academic skills.
- Keep track of student progress and share updates with teachers and parents.
- Help with managing the classroom and providing support for behaviour issues.
Requirements of the SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working with children who have special educational needs is preferred.
- A patient, caring, and understanding attitude is important.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
- A dedication to creating an inclusive learning environment is required.
- Relevant qualifications or training in special education would be a bonus.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to training and resources to enhance your skills.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Islington!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Islington.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.