Ortus Recruitment is delighted to partner with reputable mainstream primary schools in the Brixton Hill area. We are currently seeking passionate individuals for the role of Special Educational Needs (SEN) Classroom Assistant. If you have experience in learning support and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of young people with learning disabilities, we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide physical and communication support tailored to the individual needs of each child
• Assist students in accessing the curriculum and participating in extracurricular activities
• Collaborate with class teachers and SENCO to support students with additional needs
• Help plan and organize learning activities for supported students
• Facilitate cognitive development by removing learning barriers
• Ensure the physical welfare of students and assist with their personal care needs as required
• Contribute to setting and reviewing individual targets, attending meetings and providing feedback on student progress
• Monitor and record student progress in accordance with academy systems

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in learning support or support work with young people with learning disabilities such as autism and ADHD
• Experience working in an educational environment providing academic or personal care support
• Willingness to provide personal care support to individuals with high needs, including peg feeding, toileting, and changing
• Availability for immediate interview
• Right to Work & Enhanced Adult/Child DBS dated within the last 3 months or on the update service

If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and are interested in joining our team as an SEN Teaching Assistant in the Brixton Hill area, please apply to this advert with your CV today. A consultant will be in touch with you promptly.

Ortus Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and at least two independent references.

Classroom Assistant | Brixton Hill | £85 – £100 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start

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