Are you an empathetic, patient, and resilient individual ready to make a significant difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs? A thriving, supportive Secondary School in Romford is urgently seeking a dedicated Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their highly-regarded department. This is a crucial role starting ASAP.
The Opportunity
You will be joining a welcoming and well-resourced SEN team dedicated to ensuring every student achieves their potential. This role involves providing targeted support to students with a variety of needs, including Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a mainstream secondary school setting.
Your Role Will Include:
... Providing one-on-one and small-group support to students during lessons.
Assisting teachers in adapting and differentiating classroom materials to meet specific student needs.
Helping students develop independence, social skills, and self-esteem.
Managing challenging behaviour constructively and fostering a positive learning environment.
Working collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay: The role offers a competitive starting rate of £90 per day.
AWR Pay Rise: The rate will increase to £107 per day following the completion of the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) qualifying period.
Guaranteed Full-Time Hours: Consistent work within a supportive school environment.
Immediate Start: A fantastic opportunity to jump straight into a new role before the end of term.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about inclusive education and possesses the following:
Experience: Previous experience supporting young people (aged 11-16) with SEN, ideally within a secondary school setting.
Knowledge: An understanding of various special educational needs and effective support strategies.
Personal Qualities: Excellent communication, patience, resilience, and a positive, flexible attitude.
Commitment: Availability to start work immediately (ASAP) on a full-time basis.
If you are interested in this opportunity please use the apply button and if you have the relevant experience one of the team will be in touch.
No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Randstad Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community.
