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Are you a passionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant eager to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs? Reeson Education is delighted to offer a rewarding opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialised ASD and Complex Needs Unit at a welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who thrive with dedicated, tailored support.
About the role as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
This school in Waltham Forest is home to a dedicated unit designed to support pupils with ASD and complex needs. The role focuses on providing personalised assistance, helping pupils engage with their learning while addressing their social and emotional development. You'll join a supportive and experienced team committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing environment.
What You'll Be Doing as an SEN Teaching Assistant:
- 1:1 and Group Support: Work closely with pupils in the unit, tailoring your support to their specific needs.
- Implement Individualised Plans: Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and SENCO to follow tailored learning and behaviour plans.
- Encourage Communication: Use specialised tools such as PECS or Makaton (if trained) to support pupils in expressing themselves.
- Foster Development: Help students build confidence, independence, and social skills through structured learning and play.
- Assist with Sensory Needs: Provide support for sensory regulation and emotional management in line with each child's needs.
- Personal Care Support: Provide personal care where required, ensuring a respectful and nurturing approach.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience with SEN: Previous experience working with children with ASD and complex needs, preferably in a school setting.
- Patience and Resilience: A calm and understanding approach to meeting pupils' unique challenges.
- Knowledge of SEN Strategies: Familiarity with techniques like sensory activities, visual aids, or structured learning approaches.
- Strong Teamwork Skills: Ability to collaborate with teachers, support staff, and parents to create cohesive, effective learning plans.
- Adaptability: A flexible mindset to meet the changing needs of pupils and the unit.
Why This School?
- Specialist Provision: Join a well-resourced ASD and complex needs unit, designed to support pupils with diverse and unique requirements.
- Supportive Community: Work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team of professionals passionate about inclusion.
- Opportunities for Growth: Access ongoing professional development, including training in SEN-specific strategies.
- Inclusive Environment: Be part of a school that prioritises creating a safe, supportive space where every child can thrive.
If you're an empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a lasting impact in an ASD and complex needs unit in Waltham Forest, apply today! Join a school that values your contribution and shares your commitment to transforming lives through education.
Reeson Education:
REESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
