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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 520 - 560 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Islington

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Islington
Contract: Full-time (term time only)
Salary: £520 to £560 per week
 
About the Role 
We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in the London Borough of Islington for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, term-time basis.
The provision supports students with a range of additional needs, including ASD and ADHD, many of whom require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in learning. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people by helping them achieve positive outcomes in a supportive and structured environment.
Main Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with ASD, ADHD and additional social, emotional and behavioural needs.
Support pupils with emotional regulation strategies and promote positive behaviour.
Build trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and participation.
Work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team to implement individual support plans.
Assist in creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.
Support students both inside and outside the classroom where required.
Record observations and contribute to monitoring student progress.About You

Previous experience working within a PRU, alternative provision, SEN school or similar specialist setting is essential.
Experience supporting children or young people with ASD, ADHD and challenging behaviour.
Team Teach training is desirable. 
Confident using behaviour management techniques and de-escalation strategies.
Calm, resilient and able to remain composed in challenging situations.
Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to achieve their potential.
Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team while using your own initiative.Why Horizon Teachers?

We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers
A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience
We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

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