Teaching Assistant job in Lambeth - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (LAMBETH)Location: LambethSalary: £90.45 - £94.83Contract: Full-time | Part-time | ContractStart date: ASAP

• Are you confident working with challenging behaviour?
• Are you able to show initiative with highly SEN children?
• Are you able to show strong behaviour management skills in a challenging environment?

Hays Education are working on behalf of an Ofsted rated 'Good' Primary School based in Lambeth, South London - they are looking for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, who is experienced in supporting children with special needs, on a 1:1, small group, or whole class basis.As well as developing and delivering personalised learning, you will work with colleagues to support pupils with their daily routines, transitions, and positive behaviour management.Atailored approach to the individual child ensures that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. The Teaching Assistant will need to support the Class Teacher with the day to day running of the class.Your responsibilities

• As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be required to:
• Organise the classroom and learning resources.
• Provide pupils with academic and emotional support.
• Provide personal care to pupils if required.
• Promote and encourage independence and personal development in pupils and maintain high expectations of behaviour at all times.
• Liaise with colleagues effectively for the benefit of the students and working environment.
• Provide a safe learning environment for the children.
• Get the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Record and report a pupil's progress to the teacher.

Requirements

• GCSE Maths and English Language qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent is essential.
• Have a valid in-date Enhanced DBS (preferably on the Update Service).
• Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• It is essential that they have experience providing specialist support to children with SEN and preferably 1:1 support with children who have moderate to severe behavioural difficulties.
• The ideal candidate for the school is someone who has experience working with either ASC, Dyslexia, Challenging Behaviour, PLD, MLD, PECs and Makaton.

What you will get in return

• Hays Education in turn will provide you with the following benefits:
• Holiday pay - 12.07% statutory holiday pay inclusive in your pay rate.
• Active support from our expert consultants about job opportunities and competitive pay rates.
• Hays 'Refer a Friend scheme' - £250 of high street vouchers for you, every time you recommend a teacher or teaching assistant,who then goes on to work for us.
• Free Child Protection and Safeguarding Training.
• Access to interviews at some of the most forward-thinking schools in London.

How to apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role

• If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
• If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We are looking for a bubbly and energetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in September!

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