Job title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Tottenham, Haringey
Job published: 06-12-2024
Job ID: 67772

Job Description

 

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Tottenham, Haringey – January 2025

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Join an all-through school in Tottenham, Haringey, as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant and make a meaningful impact on young lives!

Why apply for this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role?

  • Work alongside an experienced SENDCo, gaining invaluable insights and mentorship.
  • Enjoy progression opportunities to grow your career in education.
  • Benefit from a supportive environment with modern facilities, including a sensory room.
  • Competitive weekly pay of £490, paid via PAYE.
  • Consistent term-time hours: Monday to Friday, making this a stable and rewarding opportunity.

About the role:

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide one-to-one support for a young child in KS1 with autism during the mornings, helping to manage challenging behaviours effectively.
  • Assist in the KS1 Nurture Class during the afternoons, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement strategies that cater to individual learning needs.

About the school:

This all-through school in Tottenham, Haringey, is Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ and striving for ‘Outstanding’. With large classroom spaces and dedicated SEND facilities, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for both staff and students.

Essential requirements:

To be successful in this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role, you’ll need:

  • A BSc degree from a top UK university, ideally in Psychology.
  • A proactive and empathetic approach to working with children with special educational needs.
  • The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff alike.

Join this thriving school in Tottenham, Haringey, and take the next step in your career as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant!

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 Special Needs Teaching Assistant role in Tottenham, Haringey. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role.