SEN Teaching Assistant

Rikama Education are seeking a dedicated and patient individual to provide one-on-one support to a Year 12 student on school site. The primary focus of this role is to assist the student in developing self-regulation skills that will enable them to thrive in a school environment. This is a temporary position lasting for the duration of the academic year.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with the student, teachers, and CAMHs to implement a personalised Safety Plan.

• Implement strategies within the plan to support the student in managing emotions and behaviour, maintaining focus, and completing tasks in the classroom.
• Discreetly provide in-the-moment support to the student during class time as needed.
• Document progress and collaborate with the team to adjust the plan as needed.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging relationship with the student.
• Uphold the school's professional code of conduct and confidentiality policies.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with vulnerable adolescents in an educational or support setting.
• Strong understanding of self-regulation strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with vulnerable students.
• Calm and patient demeanor with a positive and encouraging attitude.
• Strong sense of professionalism, responsibility and confidentiality.
• Ability to observe and document behaviours accurately.

INDHP

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 12.83-14.62 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bexleyheath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• SEN: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person