Description
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Bromley
Start Date: January 2025
End Date: Negotiable
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Contract Type: Long-Term/Short-Term
Pay Scale: £85 – £100 per day – depending on experience & Contract Type
GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support for students with Special Educational Needs in Bromley. This is your opportunity to be a champion for students, guiding them through their academic journey and helping them unlock their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment! If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we want to hear from you!
Here are some key responsibilities you would typically have as a SEN Teaching Assistant:
Implement Educational Healthcare Plans (EHCPs): Support individual students by following their specific needs outlined in their EHCPs, ensuring the best possible learning outcomes.
Behavioural Management: Assist in creating a positive and engaging learning environment, applying effective strategies to promote good behaviour and student well-being.
Support Student Engagement: Work directly with students to ensure they are included and engaged in classroom activities, encouraging participation and fostering confidence.
Collaborate with Teachers and Staff: Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and other support personnel to ensure a holistic approach to each student’s learning.
Monitor Student Progress: Regularly track and document students’ development, providing feedback to the educational team to facilitate continuous improvement.
Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with special educational needs.
Support the classroom teacher with daily lesson delivery and classroom management.
The successful candidate for SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
Experience working with children, ideally in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting.
CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance, or a relevant qualification is desirable.
A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field is advantageous.
Knowledge of SEN strategies, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
Ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
GSL Education offers:
Diverse Opportunities: GSL Education provides access to a variety of roles in different types of educational settings, from mainstream schools to special education and alternative provisions.
Support and Guidance: We will support you throughout the recruitment process, helping you refine your CV, prepare for interviews, and navigate compliance procedures.
Flexibility: Many positions offered through GSL Education can be flexible, including part-time, full-time, and temporary roles, which can suit various personal circumstances.
Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding: As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Bromley.
Professional Development: GSL Education may provide access to training and development opportunities, helping you to enhance your skills and advance your career in education.
Dedicated Consultant: GSL Education provides a dedicated consultant who will support you in sourcing your desirable role with the best pay rate.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch
