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Art Teaching Assistant, Lewisham

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

London, Greater London SE12 0TX, England

Salary

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A large and successful school in Bexley is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Art Specialist to start in January 2025.
  • The role requires experience supporting young people with special needs, particularly those with moderate and severe learning disabilities.
  • Candidates should have a basic knowledge and passion for Art, along with a friendly and caring approach.
  • The position offers a salary of £24,000 - £28,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and previous experience in a school or child-related environment.

The large and successful school based in Bexley are looking for Teaching Assistant/Art Specialist to join them 5 days a week, in January 2025.

The school cater for students from 5 to 11 years old with complex needs, including moderate and severe learning disabilities (MLD/SLD). Their vision, values and aims are embedded by pupils, parents, Governors and colleagues to enable as much inclusion in society as possible. The school and staff aim to give their pupils the skills and experience so that they can find meaningful employment, be that paid or voluntary. The curriculum is highly personalised and creative, they aim to develop pupil voice throughout all the activities and lessons.

The school are looking for a Art Specialist, you will be working in the Art room with a range of ages and needs. It is important that you not only have experience working with SEN but also have a basic knowledge and love for Art.

Key Responsibilities:

· Assisting within the Art classroom

· Collaborating with teachers and other staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment for students

· Assisting with communication needs and promoting positive behaviour

· Supporting students with physical and emotional needs

Essential requirements:

· Experience supporting young people with special needs, ASC / MLD / SLD

· Previous support work, TA or LSA work within a school or other child related experience.

· Enthusiastic, positive and friendly approach.

· A caring and professional manner, willing to support with the personal care of pupils.

· Must have legal right to work in the UK.

For more information on the school location and role, please contact Lowri at Tradewind today on (option 3 for SEND) or email me on and I will welcome your enquiries.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.