Jobs in London - SEN Teaching Assistant • South West London

Company: Protocol Education

South West London

Join Our Team at an Outstanding Secondary School in Wimbledon! SEN Teaching AssistantFull TimeSeptember 2024 start£425-£475 per weekAre you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of students with special needs? Do you have a heart for fostering inclusivity and empowering every student to reach their full potential? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant at our outstanding secondary school in Wimbledon!About Us: At our school, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to thrive. Our dedicated staff are committed to delivering high-quality education and support to students with a range of special needs, ensuring that each individual receives the tailored assistance they need to succeed. The school is located really close to the local railway/tube and bus stops and is easily accessible.Role Overview: As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across various subjects and activities. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will provide one-on-one assistance, small group instruction, and classroom support to ensure that all students can fully engage with the curriculum and make progress academically, socially, and emotionally.Key Responsibilities: Provide individualized support to students with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties.Assist students with accessing the curriculum, completing assignments, and participating in classroom activities.Implement strategies and interventions to address specific learning goals and objectives outlined in students' individual education plans (IEPs).Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported.Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement tailored support strategies for students.Monitor and track students' progress, collect data, and provide feedback to the teaching team to inform instructional planning and decision-making. Requirements: Previous experience working with students with special needs, preferably in a school setting.Strong understanding of various special educational needs and disabilities, as well as strategies for supporting students with diverse learning needs.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young people with special needs.Relevant qualifications or training in special education, teaching assistance, or a related field (desirable but not essential). Benefits: Competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.Supportive and collaborative working environment with a dedicated team of educators and support staff.Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and contribute to their academic and personal growth.Access to resources, training, and ongoing support through Protocol Education, a leading education recruitment agency. If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and committed to making a positive impact on the lives of students with special needs, we would love to hear from you! Don't miss this opportunity to join our outstanding school community and be part of something truly special. Apply now through Protocol Education to start your journey with us in September!All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.