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SEN Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth
Engage Education is partnering with a well-established therapeutic SEN school in South London that specializes in supporting children and young people with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as Autism (ASC/ASD). The school is currently looking to expand its team and is seeking up to 3 Teaching Assistants to join them. Many of the pupils come from disadvantaged backgrounds and face challenges such as anxiety and trauma.
About the Role:
The students at this school have a range of needs, including but not limited to:
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD)
- Moderate Learning Disabilities (MLD)
- Sensory learning needs
What We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience working with students from challenging backgrounds.
- Be comfortable working with children and young people on the Autism spectrum, whether through professional or personal experience.
- Understand the challenges faced by those with SEMH issues.
- Have direct experience supporting young people with mental health needs.
- Come from a background in similar school settings, residential care, social work, or youth work.
- Exhibit a positive, flexible mindset with a "can-do" attitude.
- Hold Team Teach or MAPA training (encouraged but not essential).
How to Apply:
Interested? You can apply directly below, or get in touch with us for more information. Please note that all applicants must have the appropriate qualifications, and teachers must hold a formally recognized teaching qualification.
If you have not heard from us within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful in securing this role.
All candidates must have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided for this process.
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