SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
Smart Teachers
Muswell Hill
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £70 - £85 Per Day (MPS)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- 3rd September 2018
- Apply by:
- 3 September 2018
Job overview
Smart Teachers is recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant with SEN experience for a mainstream school in London Borough of Haringey. The school is currently seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to work closely with a child with Learning and Physical difficulties. The Teaching Assistant will be working in KS1 on a 1:1 basis for two days of the week, and then as a General Classroom Assistant for the remaining 3. This is a fantastic opportunity with a chance to make a real difference to the lives of pupils in the class. There is excellent scope for progression with on going training and support delivered by a kind and caring team. The school is looking to interview as soon as possible and then trial in the first week of September; so make sure to apply ASAP if you are looking for a positon. The school offers a friendly and welcoming environment and hold a strong team ethos.
About the Role
- SEN Teaching Assitant / Learning Support Assistant
- Experience working with SEN pupils is required
- Temporary role in the first instance, with an opportunity to become permanent
- £70 – 85 per day dependant on experience
About the School
- One form entry mainstream Primary School
- Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted during its most recent inspection
- Highly supportive, friendly and established team
- Beautiful location with excellent links to public transport
In order to be considered for this role, the SEN Teaching Assistant will need to meet the following criteria:
- You must have previous experience working with children or adults with special needs or disabilities including, but not limited to, ADHD, ASD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Complex Needs, and Emotional Behaviour Disorders.
- You must be flexible in your approach to supporting children in class, small groups, and on a 1:1 basis.
- Ideally, applicants will hold a fully enhanced DBS, child and/or adult qualifications within care and will have at least 6 months experience of working with young children with special needs.
- Eligible to work in the UK (must have valid visa)
- Recent classroom-based references and valid DBS / police checks
As well as being part of this school's community, working with Smart Teachers also gives you access to:
- Free CPD workshops
- Regular social events
- Consultant exclusivity
Interested in Applying?
To apply you must be eligible to work in the UK and meet all national safeguarding criteria. Please email your CV to resourcing@smartteachers.co.uk quoting job reference number DXS40021.
Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates registering with Smart Teachers will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS and/or provide police checks from other countries, where appropriate. Smart Teachers is an equal opportunities employer.
About Smart Teachers
- Smart Teachers
- Salisbury House, 29 Finsbury Square
- London
- EC2M 5QQ
- United Kingdom
With teams in London and across Australia, Smart Teachers recruit education professionals internationally to fill a wide range of school based roles in teaching, leadership, special needs and learning support.
What we do
We provide a high-quality recruitment service for schools of all kinds. We’re always interested in talking to teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors and other support staff with any level of experience – whether you’re an NQT, busy parent or semi-retired! If you’re looking for daily supply, short & long-term cover – or even a permanent role – we can help.
Our values
We operate under a simple set of values which impact on everything we do. Our aim is always to be open, honest and ethical in the way we do business; both internally with the way we treat our staff, and externally, in how we look after our clients and candidates. This unique approach to recruitment has made us the first port of call for both schools and teachers alike.
What we offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
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