Job Description

Outstanding, Independent Secondary School based in North West London, require a passionate, dedicated and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with two students in Year 10 and Year 11 who have cognitive and language difficulties.

SEND Teaching Assistant

£19,956 - £26,690 per year plus additional benefits

Full time, 12 month contract with view to permanent position

Outstanding Independent Secondary School

Supportive, friendly and welcoming SEND team

Opportunity for promotion, progression and development

Work on a 1:1 basis

The School - SEND Teaching Assistant

The School is an exclusive, thriving Secondary Independent School in North West London. You will work alongside outstanding colleagues to achieve outstanding student outcomes in all key stages, your specific role will be working with two students, one in Year 10 and one in Year 11.

Professional Standards - SEND Teaching Assistant

To build and maintain successful relationships with pupils with SME, physical and learning needs and their families.

To work collaboratively with colleagues, and carry out the role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice

To liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers and outside agencies

To take an active role in professional development including through observation, evaluation and discussion with colleagues

Role - SEND Teaching Assistant

Provide First Aid for students when necessary

Provide level 1 counselling for student when necessary

Liaise with parents/carers as directed

Provide in class support for students

Contribute to annual review planning for pupils with EHCPs

To produce and maintain classroom and whole school resources and displays

Learning Activities - SEND Teaching Assistant

To implement specific programmes of support under the guidance of professionals including teachers, Inclusion teachers, Ed Psych, Speech & Language Therapists and others as directed

Create and deliver clearly structured learning activities that enable students to be motivated and promote progress

Contribute to the planning of opportunities for pupils to learn in and out of school contexts

Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking into account pupils' interests and language and cultural backgrounds

Support teachers in evaluating pupils' progress through a range of assessment activities

Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning

Use behaviour management strategies, in line with the school's policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment

Organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources for which you are given responsibility

Work with students both in class, in small groups and one-to-one settings as appropriate

When you apply with Reeson Education, you get:

Top rates of pay

Professional support from our team of experienced consultants who offer guidance both pre and post placement

Opportunities to progress your career

CPD courses

Ongoing access to the best and most exclusive future roles in LondonReeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07