SEN Teaching Assitant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Essex, East London
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £108 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children on a 1 to 1 level?

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school while supporting children improve their academic level for their age.

About the School

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Essex, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.
The school is a secondary school for boys, age 11 to 16 years old, who was recognised by Ofsted as good for the last 3 years.
They offer an education that is exciting and challenging to the students and ensure each student becomes a young man that will shape the future.
 
The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning behaviours
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support both inside and outside the classroom
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to implement support strategies
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

This role provides valuable experience to anyone looking to gain experience in a Secondary school setting.

Person Specification

• Passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Motivated and eager to learn
• Experience working with children (school, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or care) is desirable but not essential

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive primary school community
• Strong pastoral and SEN support structures
• Opportunities for training, CPD and mentoring
• Valuable experience for careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching or Therapy
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children’s lives

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children’s mental health and want to build a career in education or psychology, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Michael Alsop on 075148061669 for more information.

You must have the right to work in the UK.