Description
An Outstanding primary school based in Tottenham, N17, are looking for a SEND TA looking to support pupils with autistic spectrum disorders and Speech and Language Difficulties to join their team ASAP.
Job Description
The successful SEN teaching assistant will be required to provide 1:1 classroom support. As a special needs teaching assistant, you will also help to develop their social communication, interaction and interpretation skills and play an active role in developing their confidence, self-esteem and independence.
The ideal special needs teaching assistant will need to be committed to providing support to learners with a range of needs, be flexible in their approach and be able to work as part of a team.
Previous experience with SEND is a requirement. Understanding and experience of using Makaton, PECs and sensory approaches are advantageous but not essential.
This is a full-time, long-term role to start ASAP and will continue until the end of the academic year (July 2025)
To be considered for this role you will need:
Previous SEND experience is essential – specifically with Autism
Makaton and PECS experience – highly desirable but not essential
Dedicated and passionate about educationAdditional requirements:
References confirming suitability for role
Commitment to Safeguarding
Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits
Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
Continual professional development through online training
Competitive pay rates related to your experience
Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
To apply for the above job, please contact Ayaz Ahmed at Empowering Learning on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)
