SEN Teaching Assistant – SEND School – Croydon London – Immediate Start

Ortus Recruitment are currently seeing experienced and compassionate candidates who have previous experience in supporting children, adults and or the elderly. You will be working with children and young adults with learning difficulties in a Primary School in Croydon.

• Croydon

• Full Time – Monday to Friday

• 8:30am to 4:00pm

• Immediate Start

• Primary School

Role Requirements:

• Must be able to commit to a full time role working 5 days per week, 8:30am to 4:00PM

• Experience working with children, adults and or the elderly with additional needs

• Experience working with students with severe and complex needs.

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and the ability to support learning across different subjects and age groups.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team

• A positive and caring attitude towards students, with a desire to help them succeed

• Experience with behaviour management techniques and strategies

• The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the class teacher to create and deliver personalised learning plans for each student, based on their individual needs and abilities.

• Create a positive and safe learning environment that promotes student well-being and engagement.

• Develop and implement strategies for managing challenging behaviour, working closely with the class teacher and external professionals as needed.

• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and caregivers, maintaining regular communication and providing support and advice as needed.