Job Description
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- Full time
- Immediate Start
- Long term
- Hackney
Prospero Teaching are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with SEN.
As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will support students either one-on-one or in group settings throughout the school day. You will work with children aged 5-11 who have identified SEN needs. Your role will involve supporting pupils in the classroom, participating in specialist mentoring sessions, and assisting during some break times. Some students may exhibit more challenging behaviours, and the school will provide training in effective interventions and strategies. As a key member of the child's support team, you will collaborate closely with the SENCO, senior management, and external professionals such as therapists, healthcare providers, and CAMHS.
The school is an SEN school in the Hackney area, Homerton as has fantastic transport links.
Job Responsibilities
- Comfortable supporting pupils with various Learning Difficulties and EAL.
- Ability to engage and support pupils.
- Assist with personal care if needed.
- Supervising pupils' behaviour.
Benefits to you
- Free SEND online courses
- Excellent rates of pay.
- School based in Hackney
- Valuable classroom experience.
- Full-time- perm opportunity after working on agency
- Full registration completed remotely online.
- School Hours 8.30am-4pm.
Job Requirements
- Experience in supporting children or young adults with SEND is desirable but is not essential.
- Calm and empathetic. Willing and positive attitude.
- Proactive
- Good behaviour management.
- Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
- Available 5 days a week and able to commit to at least 2-6 months onwards.
If you would like more information or would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV today.
