Special Needs Assistant - Empowering Learning : Job Details

SEND Teaching Assistant (Autism)

• Secondary
• Redbridge, RM6
• Full-Time
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Empowering Learning are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work with pupils with Learning Difficulties in Redbridge/Romford area. We are seeking Teaching Assistant's with a background of supporting children or adults with Complex Needs, Autism or Learning Difficulties.

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate a caring and empathetic nature towards the pupils but also remain resilitant and patient under difficult scenarios. The school would like positive and versatile SEN Teaching Assistants, with a keen interest in supporting pupils of different learning levels.

No experience is required to apply as school offer lots on ongoing training to all staff

Job Responsibilities

• Able to work with groups or 1:1 support within the classroom
• Supporting pupils with Complex Needs, Autism & Learning Difficulties
• Supervising pupils behaviour
• Encourage, engage and support pupils with their learning & development
• Support with personal care e.g. toileting & feeding

Job Requirements

• Adaptable and willing to work with different age groups
• Willing to support children with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be prepared to apply for a new DBS
• Available 5 days a week

Benefits to you

• Competitive pay rates
• The opportunity for a permanent contract with the school
• Additional training opportunities via Empowering Learning