Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Secondary Role supporting ASD, ADHD, SEMH and SEN | Start now on a year long contract!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our up and coming client schools in Barnet. The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant candidate will have a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs and will provide inclusive and personalised assistance within a mainstream secondary school setting.

SEN Teaching Assistant | About the role:

• A SEN Teaching Assistant will work with individual students or small groups to provide tailored support and assistance with academic and social development
• Collaborate with the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), teachers, and other professionals to implement personalised learning plans
• Create and maintain a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of students with SEN is a key responsibility for a SEN Teaching Assistant
• Foster positive relationships with students, offering patience, empathy, and understanding in all interactions
• Utilise a range of strategies to facilitate learning and engage students with different learning styles and abilities
• Contribute to the monitoring and tracking of student progress, providing feedback to the teaching team and participating in review meetings.

SEN Teaching Assistant | About you:

• Prior experience in a SEN support role or a strong interest in working with students with diverse learning needs would be good for a SEN Teaching Assistant
• A First Class degree from a Top University is mandatory for a SEN Teaching Assistant
• A strong academic background before a Bachelor's Degree is essential for this role. A SEN Teaching Assistant will be supporting top performing students in various subjects up to GCSE level.
• A degree in Psychology or a related field is desirable for a SEN Teaching Assistant
• Knowledge of SEN best practices and strategies for supporting students with additional needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students, staff, and parents
• A compassionate and patient approach, with a genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of students with SEN

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your day-to-day activities will involve working closely with individual students or small groups, providing personalised support and guidance. You will collaborate with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement tailored learning plans, and create a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of students with SEN. Your role will involve fostering positive relationships with students, utilizing a range of strategies to facilitate learning, and contributing to the monitoring and tracking of student progress.

If this role of a SEN Teaching Assistant intrigues you, and you’re avidly searching for your next job role, please click ‘Apply’ to this role, and attach a CV and a cover letter! If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this SEN Teaching Assistant role, feel free to contact me at Ribbons & Reeves at 02080041155 , and ask for Olivia!

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Barnet. For other roles like this, check out our website, and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEN Teaching Assistant role.

SEN Teaching Assistant | Role in a Primary School | Working with children with ASD | September start