Position: Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Make a Difference Every Day - SEN Teaching Assistant Wanted in Walthamstow!
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential? We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming special educational needs school in Walthamstow.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs. You will help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child feels supported, valued and encouraged to achieve their best.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
Support pupils with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
Adapt activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil participation.
Help maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and other professionals to support pupil development.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
Patient, caring, compassionate and enthusiastic.
Passionate about supporting children with special educational needs.
A strong communicator with excellent teamwork skills.
Flexible, proactive and able to adapt to different situations.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Experienced in SEN, autism, ADHD or other additional needs (desirable, but not essential if training is provided).
Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or in a similar role would be beneficial.
What We Offer
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives.
A supportive and welcoming school environment.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A rewarding role with the chance to build valuable experience in special education.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about helping children learn, grow and thrive, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today to be considered for this rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Walthamstow, East London.
Safeguarding: The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, in line with safeguarding requirements.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£100.00 - £110.00 per day