£110–£120 per day | Immediate start | Full-time
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference to young people's lives beyond school?
We are looking for a strong, proactive and compassionate SEN TA to join a specialist Post-16 SEN college in Edgware, supporting young adults with complex additional learning needs as they prepare for greater independence, further education, employment and adult life.
THE ROLE
You will work closely with Post-16 learners, providing individual and small-group support across a highly personalised curriculum.
The college focuses on developing students':
Independent living skills
Functional English and Maths
Vocational and employability skills
Communication and social skills
Confidence and independence
Travel and community-access skills
Preparation for further college courses, supported employment and adult lifeYou may also support learners during work placements and community-based activities, making this a varied role where no two days are necessarily the same.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:
Has strong SEN experience, ideally with complex learning needs
Is confident supporting young people on a 1:1 and small-group basis
Is patient, calm, encouraging and consistent
Can build excellent relationships with young adults
Understands that Post-16 SEN support is about developing independence, not simply completing classroom tasks
Is happy supporting learners with practical activities, vocational learning and life skills
Can encourage students to communicate, make choices and develop confidence
Has excellent safeguarding awareness
Ideally has experience of autism, learning difficulties, complex needs or challenging behaviour
Has an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service OR an Enhanced DBS certificate issued within the last 12 monthsCollege experience is desirable but NOT essential – strong SEN experience within schools, specialist settings or other relevant environments will be considered.
WHY THIS ROLE?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an SEN TA who wants to progress into Post-16/college SEN education.
You will be supporting young people at an important stage of their lives, helping them develop the practical, social and educational skills they need for their next steps.
EASY ACCESS BY TUBE
The college is in Edgware, with Edgware Underground Station providing a direct Northern line connection.
You can travel directly to Edgware without changing from:
Morden • South Wimbledon • Colliers Wood • Tooting Broadway • Tooting Bec • Balham • Clapham South • Clapham Common • Clapham North • Stockwell • Oval • Kennington • Elephant & Castle • Borough • London Bridge • Bank • Moorgate • Old Street • Angel • King's Cross St Pancras • Euston • Mornington Crescent • Camden Town • Chalk Farm • Belsize Park • Hampstead • Golders Green • Brent Cross • Hendon Central • Colindale • Burnt Oak • Edgware
APPLY NOW
If you're an experienced SEN TA who would love the opportunity to work with young adults and help prepare them for life beyond education, send your CV today for immediate consideration.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service OR an Enhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months required.
Immediate interviews and trials available
Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day