SEN Teaching Assistant (Southwark)

Job Description

FORWARD TEACHING are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for our client based in Southwark.

This outstanding school holds the student’s wellbeing at the heart of everything that they do. They pride themselves on not only delivering the primary curriculum to their students but also supporting them in developing their creativity and personal skills. They have created a positive community where they celebrate the success of every individual and school achievement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Clear Enhanced DBS
• Have a passion for working with children with special needs
• Have excellent communication skills
• Excellent literacy and numeracy knowledge
• General understanding of the national curriculum
• Strong understanding, patience, and sensitivity

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work close with teachers, other teaching assistants and parents
• Interact and adapt teaching methods to fit individual needs
• Communicate with the teacher about the student’s progression and then provide feedback to the pupils
• Work with the teacher to support pupils to achieve learning goals
• Promote good behaviour and deal with any challenges
• Prepare and use equipment/resources to meet lesson plans. Assist pupils when using them
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required

EXPECTED BENEFITS:

• Welcoming staff team and supportive community
• Opportunities & encouragement to develop both personally & professionally.
• Great location with excellent transport links
• Salary Paid to Scale

EXPERIENCE:

• Working with or caring for children

LICENCE/CERTIFICATION:

• NVQ 2 in teaching assistant or equivalent qualifications
• Completion of Teacher Assistant Induction Programme
• First aid training

WORK LOCATION: In-person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

To apply please send your CV and contact details to [email removed]. Or call Forward Teaching on [phone removed].

If you refer a friend, you can receive between £50-£100 for the referral.