SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tower Hamlets

Have you got experience of working with children with Special Educational needs?

Milk Education are working closely with a Primary Special School in Tower Hamlets who specialise in children with ASC and are looking to employ a SEN Teaching Assistant on a full-time basis. The role will involve providing support to students with ASD who require assistance in nurturing communication, learning and independence in a safe and inclusive environment.

This schools offers a range of sensory & therapeutic interventions and a multi-disciplinary approach to meeting the needs of their students. They closely work with families and are determined to maintain positive relationships between home and school through good communication and supportive training.

SEN Teaching Assistant duties and responsibilities:

* To provide teaching support in small groups and where necessary work with individual pupils to the highest standards.
* Assist the implementation of individual education Programmes for pupils and help monitor their progress.
* Assist the teacher in monitoring progress by keeping a daily observation record and maintain special needs records as required.
* To assist teachers in day to day classroom duties as required e.ge with preparation of the classroom, material and displays to ensure outstanding teaching.
* To undertake specific duties identified by class teacher/Lead teacher
* Reinforce the behaviour policy and aim to raise self-esteem and encourage independent working.
* To assist with pupils who are unwell and provide basic first aid cover to the children on a rota basis at break times.
* To participate in-service training and attend staff meetings when appropriate
* To maintain a positive, supportive attitude within a team, to implement agreed school policies, aims and objectives and to promote the school ethos.

What Milk Education can offer you:

* Excellent rates of pay
* Direct links to local schools
* Training support sessions
* Video technology that will increase your chances of securing long-term placements
* Dedicated Consultants who will cater to your employment needs with 24/7 availability
* Commitment to quality and safeguarding
* 24/7 support for interview and observation preparation

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply immediately, shortlisted candidates will be invited for a lesson observation and interview.

Applications will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, full references including from your most recent employer and eligibility to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Your Application: To apply for this role, please call (phone number removed) or email at your earliest convenience or submit your application via the form below.