SEN Teaching Assistant

Seeking a compassionate, patient, and skilled Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a KS2 child with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). Ideal candidates are passionate about working with children with complex needs, ensuring the child's comfort, engagement, and progress.

In this role, you will work directly with a KS2 child with PMLD, supporting their academic and personal care needs. Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and other professionals, you will implement a multi-sensory and individualized learning plan, supporting the child’s engagement in classroom activities. The role will also involve assisting with personal care routines, communication development, and physical support, providing a stable and supportive presence throughout the school day.

We are an inclusive, welcoming primary school dedicated to supporting every child’s potential. Our staff is committed to creating a caring and engaging learning environment for all students, particularly those with additional needs. We value our partnership with families and strive to provide a holistic, individualized approach to education. Our team works collaboratively to ensure that each student has the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have experience working with children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) or significant special educational needs is highly desirable
• Have patience, empathy, and a compassionate approach to supporting children with complex needs
• Be physically able to assist with the child’s mobility, feeding, and personal care

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant certificate or equivalent, are preferred

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Mubarak Jama on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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