Ortus Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is dedicated and passionate about working alongside children. We are looking for someone who can provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for students with special educational needs.

Position Summary:

A an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need to support pupils within a SEN Provision, a pupil referral unit. Your responsibilities will involve working closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and in school therapist to provide the necessary support to pupils.

You will be working as a general teaching assistant supporting the whole class. You will need to be comfortable working 1:1 with pupils, as you may need to take pupils on movement breaks during lessons, and implement behaviour strategies.

To be considered for this role, candidates must have an enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service or be willing to process one through Ortus Recruitment – £52 and two obtainable childcare relevant references.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in PRU or similar setting
• A strong academic background, educated to degree level or equivalent
• Knowledge of SEN and experience working with children and young people with a variety of special educational needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to easily build a positive rapport with both staff and students.
• A passion and dedication to working with children and creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• A  positive, patient and adaptable approach to working with students

SEN Teaching Assistant| Merton| Full time-long term| PAYE £80-£90| Immediate start