SEN Teaching Assistant
£92.59 - £105.00/day
Sector
SEND
Contract type
Short Term / Long Term / Permanent
Pay
£92.59 - £105.00/day
Posted 12 hours ago
Overview
We are seeking a caring, committed and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Sutton on a temp-to-perm basis. The successful candidate must be available to work 5 days per week.
The school supports children and young people from primary age through to post-16, with a range of special educational needs, including PMLD, SLD, ASD, physical disabilities and complex needs. Some pupils may require support with personal care.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with learning and classroom activities
Develop independence and life skills
Build confidence and communication skills
Participate fully in school life
Develop positive relationships with staff and peers
Candidate Profile
Experience working with children or young people with SEND
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs
Experience and confidence providing personal care
A caring, patient and understanding approach
Availability to work 5 days per week
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
A strong understanding of safeguarding
A genuine passion for supporting pupils to develop and reach their potential
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Safeguarding Statement:
Humly is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow strict safer recruitment practices and a rigorous selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants.
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. In line with safeguarding legislation and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory checks, including DBS and Teacher Services.
Due to the nature of working with vulnerable groups, all applicants must disclose any spent convictions or cautions (unless protected) in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975.