Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Islington
Salary: £90-£100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? GSL Education are looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic and supportive school in Islington. This role is specifically focused on providing support for students with ASD, helping them thrive in an inclusive educational environment.
Responsibilities of the SEN TA:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with ASD.
- Help implement individualised learning plans and strategies tailored to each student’s needs.
- Support students in classroom activities and during break times.
- Assist with personal care needs where necessary.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment by promoting student engagement.
- Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to create the best learning experience for students.
- Use a variety of strategies, including visual aids, communication tools, and social skills techniques, to support learning.
- Assist in monitoring and tracking students' progress and development.
Requirements of the SEN TA:
- Experience working with children with ASD is essential.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting students with special educational needs.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
- Experience in working within an SEN environment is preferred.
- A relevant qualification in special education, childcare, or a related field (e.g., CACHE Level 2 or 3) would be an advantage but is not essential.
- Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Updated Service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
Benefits:
- Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
- Be part of a team making a meaningful difference in students' lives.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘SEN TA’ 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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN TA’ in a schoolrole, 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.