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A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Tooting is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team on a full-time basis starting ASAP.
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work within the school's dedicated SEN base, providing support to pupils across Early Years with a range of additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN professional who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
The Successful SEN Teaching Assistant Will
- Work within the school's dedicated SEN base.
- Support pupils across EYFS with a variety of special educational needs.
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support.
- Help pupils access learning and participate fully in school life.
- Support children with their academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
- Deliver interventions and activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
- Work closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and other professionals.
- Help develop pupils' confidence, independence, and learning skills.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Promote a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
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The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant
The school is looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who:
- Has previous experience supporting children with special educational needs.
- Has experience working within a primary school or similar educational setting.
- Is confident supporting children across EYFS.
- Has a patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach.
- Is able to adapt their approach to meet a range of individual needs.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is confident working both independently and as part of a wider team.
- Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.
- Can remain calm and consistent when supporting children with complex or challenging needs.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.
This SEN Teaching Assistant position offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a dedicated SEN team within a mainstream primary school. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs across EYFS.
The role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, or Specialist Teaching Assistant who is looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity starting ASAP.
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Reeson Education
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals, and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity, and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education, we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long-term, and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people, and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training, or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.
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