Description
Seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea!
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Kensington and Chelsea
Salary: £90-£100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Eager to make a difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
Join our dedicated team as a SEND Teaching Assistant and help support students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism in Kensington and Chelsea!
About the Role:
As a SEND Teaching Assistant (TA), you will be a vital force in empowering students with SEND, guiding them to overcome learning barriers and reach their full potential. Collaborating closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll help cultivate a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and inclusive educational setting.
About the School:
Located in Kensington and Chelsea, this educational institution offers educational programs for young people who face barriers to traditional education. This institution offers small, supportive environments designed to meet individual needs, helping students improve their academic performance, behavior, self-confidence, and self-esteem. The goal is to prepare young people for positive futures, whether that be further education, employment, or training.
Key Responsibilities of SEND Teaching Assistant (TA):
Assist in the development and implementation of individualised education plans for students with SEND to tailor educational activities and resources to meet their specific needs.
Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SpLD, Dyslexia, Autism and ADHD
Monitor and assess students’ progress, provide feedback to teachers, and adjust support strategies as necessary.
Participate in meetings and discussions to share insights and strategies for supporting students’ learning and well-being.
Help foster a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where students feel valued and included.
Employ different instructional techniques and materials to cater to the diverse learning styles and needs of students.
Keep detailed notes on students’ development and communicate this information to teachers, parents, and other relevant parties.
Requirements of a SEND Teaching Assistant (TA):
Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues, building positive and supportive relationships.
Demonstrate the ability to establish trust and rapport with all members of the school community.
Show a deep commitment to helping students with SEND by exhibiting patience and empathy in your interactions.
Additional qualifications or training in special education are advantageous but not mandatory, providing you with additional skills and knowledge to support students with SEND effectively.
To work with GSL Education as a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will need:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and supporting staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEND 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.
Join us as a SEND Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of our students in Kensington and Chelsea
