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SEND Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 89 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bexley, London
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Full-time contracts
Mainstream Primary Schools
BexleyWe are currently recruiting Special Needs Teaching Assistants to work on a full-time basis in schools across London
We have full-time Special Needs Teaching Assistant opportunities in Bexley-based mainstream Primary schools supporting children and young people with a range of learning and development needs including Autism, PMLD and Behavioural Needs (SEMH).
Autism
As a teaching Assistant in a specialist school for students with Autism, you will be supporting students across a range of learning and development activities. Students with autism can vary significantly on their cognitive ability and so an adaptable and confident attitude is essential. You will need to be able to build relationships quickly, establish routines with a consistent approach and communicate clearly in suitable ways and integrate pupil's interests.
PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties)
When working with students with PMLD, your role will combine personal care support including feeding and physical support alongside supporting developmental activities. Most of the children you will be supporting will be non-verbal, unable to walk unaided with multiple disabilities/complex health needs, This is an excellent option for those with previous experience supporting children or adults in a care setting. PMLD schools are experts in supporting children with these needs and this is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop your skills and experience.
Behavioural Needs (SEMH)
Schools for students with behavioural and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment that is adaptable to meet each student’s needs. As a teaching assistant you will support students to develop their day to day and academic skills as well as build their self-esteem and regulate emotions. Students can display challenging behaviour and staff are provided with training to manage and de-escalate situations. This role is ideal for those that truly want to make a difference and support young people to a healthy and happy future.
Whilst an understanding of SEN is helpful, many of our teaching assistants gain experience on the job and with training and guidance from teachers and school leaders in their placements.
We are currently looking for Special Needs Teaching Assistants who can commit to a full-time positions (8.30am to 4.00pm Mon - Fri) for the full academic year.
We are interested in applications from:
Experienced Teaching Assistants looking for a position in Special Needs
Healthcare / social care workers
Youth workers
Community support workersYou will need an Enhanced DBS certificate to work with children (don't worry if you haven't got one, we can help you get one) and 2 references covering the past two years.
Most importantly you need a caring, dedicated and professional approach to working with young children with special educational needs.
If you have the skills and experience and are keen to secure a full-time role in a Special Needs school, just press 'Apply Now' and one of our experienced consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities availableBefore You Apply
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