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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary & Secondary (Personal Care Focus)
Location: LEWISHAM
Salary: £88.95-£110 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, long-term roles - Can work Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs?
Do you have experience in personal care and want to make a real difference in a school setting?
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join our vibrant and inclusive team supporting students across primary and secondary age ranges in a specialist SEN school environment.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals with a strong background in personal care-including toileting, feeding, and mobility support-who are committed to empowering students with a wide range of needs, including Autism, physical disabilities, and complex learning difficulties.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with a variety of SEN needs.
Assist with personal care routines including toileting, changing, and feeding, with dignity and respect.
Support learning in the classroom under the guidance of teachers and SENCOs.
Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment.
Monitor and report on pupil progress and behaviour.
Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to implement EHCPs.The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience in personal care (e.g., healthcare, care work, or support work background).
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Patience, resilience, and a positive, proactive approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
An understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
Previous experience in an SEN or education setting is desirable but not essential.We Offer:
A supportive and welcoming school community.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Opportunities to progress within the SEN and education field.
A chance to make a meaningful difference every day.To apply, please apply to this advert
Safeguarding Commitment
Timeplan Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations as per the Police Act 1997, provide two professional references from the past two years, and complete an online application followed by either a video or in-person interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation
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