We are currently seeking a committed and motivated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to start in September 2023 in one of our client schools in Enfield, North London. The salary range is between £90 and £105 per day.
The role is full time, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm) and you will be supporting students who have Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties.
All pupils are primary age but most are working below their chronological age, so experience tailoring work for children with Special Educational Needs and engaging pupils who struggle to concentrate and focus would be beneficial.
Requirements:
- An understanding of classroom activities and practises and the ability to deliver these effectively
- A compassionate and positive attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Prior SEND knowledge, ideally confidence with Autism & Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties
- Confidence in supporting pupils in a class (and 1:1 if necessary)
- Ability to observe, record and feedback information on students academic achievements and behaviour as required
- Willingness to administer personal care (if required)
- Ability to encourage student participation and performance
- Ability to ensure all students personal, social, emotional and mental health needs are met throughout the day
What's in it for you?
- Good rate of pay within the sector
- Good SLT support from the existing team within the school
- Comprehensive induction programme and continuous in-house CPD from the school
- Consistent support from our team during your assignment
The role is hugely rewarding and full of challenge. If you are a resilient person who is keen to develop your career supporting children and young people to achieve their goals, this is a wonderful opportunity.
LTS Group Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all successful applicants to share this commitment. You will be subject to our stringent vetting process including reference and background checks and necessary qualifications. You must also either be on the DBS Update Service or willing to apply for a new Enhanced DBS check.
If you have been a UK resident for less than 5 years, a right to work visa must be provided and a criminal background check must also be provided for any country you have resided in for 6 months or more within the last 5 years.
LTS promotes equal opportunities and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills regardless of race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
