Job description
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)
Location: Newham, Silvertown
Salary Range: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term, Full-time
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Are You Ready to Make a Lasting Impact in a Special Needs Classroom?
GSL Education are on the lookout for an engaging SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with various SEN needs in a special provision based in Newham. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs, this is your chance to shine!
Responsibilities of the SEN TA:
- Provide 1:1 support for children with high support needs, ensuring their academic, social, and emotional development is nurtured.
- Work in a special provision to help children with complex SEN needs engage in their learning and personal growth.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including nappy changing, to ensure children’s needs are fully met.
- Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to implement tailored learning strategies and interventions.
- Foster an inclusive, safe, and positive environment where children feel valued and supported.
Requirements of the SEN TA:
- Experience in SEN or behavioural support within a school or special provision setting.
- Ability to work with children who require high support and personal care assistance.
- Ability to deliver 1:1 support and adapt strategies to individual needs.
- Resilient and proactive personality with the ability to handle challenges effectively.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with children with complex needs.
- A current CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained) and an enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
Benefits:
- Competitive daily rate.
- Potential for a permanent position based on performance.
- Modern school with excellent resources and support for staff.
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.
If you are a dedicated SEN TA ready to support and inspire students, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch!