SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Wandsworth Town
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £108 - £125 per day

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Wandsworth Town, starting ASAP.

This full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils with additional learning needs access the primary curriculum, develop independence and build confidence within the classroom environment.

The school is a well-established and inclusive primary school situated in the heart of Wandsworth Town, serving a diverse and vibrant local community.

With a strong emphasis on academic achievement, creativity and personal development, the school is committed to providing a broad and engaging curriculum that encourages children to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners.

The school promotes positive relationships, high expectations and a nurturing learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Staff work collaboratively to provide a stimulating educational experience, with a particular focus on inclusion, pupil wellbeing and ensuring children with additional needs can thrive.

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity would particularly suit a patient, proactive and adaptable individual with previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties or other special educational needs.

The school is looking for a confident and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils, implement effective learning and behaviour support strategies, and work collaboratively with teaching staff.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about SEN education to make a genuine difference to children's academic, social and emotional development while gaining valuable experience within a supportive primary school environment.

Job Responsibilities

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  Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for primary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

  
  


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  Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and other additional learning needs

  
  


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  Implement individual education plans (IEPs), personalised learning strategies and targeted interventions to support pupil progress

  
  


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  Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive social interactions within the classroom

  
  


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  Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support staff to ensure pupils can access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities

  
  


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  Monitor pupil progress, behaviour and emotional wellbeing, adapting support strategies to meet individual needs

  
  

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children with additional learning needs


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  Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role

  
  


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  Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

  
  


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  Right to work in the UK

  
  

Next steps:

If this SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Marc at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.

We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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