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Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

London, Greater London SE21 8LX, England

Salary

£13 - £18 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Horizon Teachers is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for an Ofsted Outstanding primary school to work 1:1 with a child with learning difficulties in a mainstream KS2 classroom.
  • The ideal candidate should possess a high level of experience with Special Educational Needs and the ability to communicate effectively with SEND children.
  • The role involves assisting the child with tasks, developing their functional skills, and providing a stable relationship to foster a comfortable learning environment.
  • The position offers a salary equivalent to permanent pay after 12 weeks, with additional perks such as up to £300 in referral vouchers and a free online Safeguarding Course.
  • Candidates must have relevant qualifications and will undergo a DBS Check as part of the registration process.
Horizon Teachers are excited to present an opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding' primary school. The school in question is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with the ability to work closely on a 1:1 basis with a child that has learning difficulties, situated in a mainstream KS2 classroom. The school is looking for an accomplished and knowledgeable SEN TA to help the child achieve their potential and establish a strong base to carry them forward in their learning.

The school believes that all children at their school are entitled to a level of education which will allow them to achieve their maximum potential. The school, therefore, feels that children with Special Educational Needs should be in the classroom with the other children, but that they should have additional support focused on their individual needs to help them excel in their education. The school is centred on building curiosity and nurturing young minds to develop critical thinking skills required for later life.

Who they're looking for:
  • Someone with a high level of experience working with children that have Special Educational Needs.
  • An individual who has good knowledge of SEN and can understand the complex needs of different children.
  • Someone who has the ability to effectively communicate with children, establish relationships with SEND children, and de-escalate situations unfolding in a school environment.
What will I be doing?
  • You will help the child with their tasks and class activities.
  • Helping the child develop their functional skills.
  • You will help to provide a stable familiar relationship with school, one which allows them to feel comfortable and willing to learn.
Why Horizon Teachers?
  • Earn up to £300 in Vouchers of your choice for successful referrals!
  • Easy registration process via an online link and a video registration.
  • You will be paid the permanent equivalent pay for the job after 12 full weeks.
  • We offer a FREE Safeguarding Course online to support you in your work in an educational setting!
  • Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8 rated google reviews


Hi everyone, my experience with Horizon team have been excellent since day one. They were super helpful in finding me suitable positions. They listened & took into account what days & timings I wanted. - 5 Star Google Review



Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement.For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.

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