Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - London Colney

Location:London Colney area
Start Date:ASAP
Contract:Full-time
Pay:£85-£115 per day (dependent on experience)

Supply Desk are currently recruiting for a
dedicated, patient and caring SEN Teaching Assistant
to join a welcoming and inclusive school in the London Colney area. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about
supporting pupils with additional needs
and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff to provide
tailored support to individual pupils
, helping them access the curriculum, develop their confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

We are looking for someone who is
nurturing, adaptable and committed
, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils and create a calm, supportive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to succeed.

• Provide1:1 and small-group support
  to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs
• Support pupils with needs including
  ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging positively with classroom activities
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils, supporting their
  confidence, self-esteem and independence
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development
• Monitor pupil progress, engagement and wellbeing and share observations with teachers and SENCOs
• Adapt support strategies and learning activities to meet individual pupil needs
• Encourage pupils to participate fully in learning and develop greater independence
• Work collaboratively with
  teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals
• Help maintain a
  safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

• Previous experience supporting children with
  Special Educational Needs
  is preferred
• Understanding of a range of SEN needs and effective support strategies
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient and consistent approach to positive behaviour management
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children and young people
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding
• Previous experience working within a
  primary or secondary school
  is desirable

• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in SEN support who are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve success.

We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk