SEN Teaching Assistant

• Hourly Rate: £13.02 - £14.74
• Location: Tower Hamlets, London
• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary with potential for long-term or permanent placement

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team on a flexible basis. This role is ideal for someone who is available for last-minute assignments starting early in the morning and is open to a position that could potentially become long-term or permanent.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Be available to receive phone calls from 7am for same-day assignments.
• Work closely with students with special educational needs (SEN) from 8:30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
• Assist SEN students in their daily school activities, ensuring they receive the support they need to succeed in their educational environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to facilitate a supportive and effective educational experience for all students.
• Adapt to varying educational settings and student needs with flexibility and a positive attitude.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably with SEN students.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and respond to last-minute calls.
• A compassionate and patient approach to handling the varied needs of SEN students.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Ability to work long term at the school if a position arises.