The team at Ortus Recruitment work in collaboration with Primary/SEN schools and bring them together with individuals looking for opportunities in the education sector. We are dedicated to providing specialised and ongoing support to educators looking for full-time and long-term roles within schools in their local area. We work with a number of schools, all rated ‘Good‘ or ‘Outstanding‘ by Ofsted, with supportive senior leadership teams and opportunities for further career progression.

Are you a reliable and diligent Teaching Assistant with SEN experience looking to take on a challenging but rewarding role?

Do you have experience supporting non-verbal pupils diagnosed with autism? If so, we have the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

ORTUS RECRUITMENT are looking for an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a child in Reception with ASC. He is non-verbal and requires someone who can be motivating and patient in order to support his speech and communication skills as well as aiding in his emotional and academic development.

Details about the role:

• Mon-Fri, 8:15am – 3:45pm
• No weekends, Term time
• Full time & Long-term
• £85 – £100 daily (PAYE)
• Potential to be placed on teacher training programme
• Generous referral scheme
• Continuous support/advice from specialist consultants

About the school:

This is an Ofsted registered ‘Good’ primary school located in the heart of Hampstead. The school prides itself on offering a diverse and inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities to thrive. Therefore they require someone who is willing to adhere to their ethos and values to ensure a positive impact on the children’s academic, social and emotional development. This is a fantastic chance to be at the fore-front of children’s learning and development while being consistently aided and encouraged by the Senior Leadership Team and fellow staff members, with the potential to progress on to a Teacher Training programme if deemed an ideal candidate

The Requirements:

• Experience working with children who are non verbal
• Experience working with SEN children
• Knowledge of signing e.g. Makaton to communicate
• Knowledge of intensive interaction and TEACHH approaches to supporting children
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching

The Benefits:

• Competitive daily dates – PAYE
• Continuous support /advice from specialist consultants
• No Umbrella Company fees
• Potential to secure perm contract and/or Teacher Training with the school
• Good opportunities for CPD training
• Generous referral scheme

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates applying to posts through Ortus Recruitment must undertake or have undertaken the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children, please apply now with your full CV!