SEN Teaching Assistant

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About the Role:

ASEND are looking for a Teaching Assistant to support a tutor with an 18 year old Autistic man in Barnet. He enjoys playing on his computer, drawing and going to school. We are looking for a candidate who is caring, playful and can help this young person engage in his learning through a range of different activities. This is a hugely interesting and rewarding opportunity to really make a difference to the life and learning of this young man.

Our pupils have a range of individual needs and abilities, and we work very hard to match the Teaching Assistants with the child who can most benefit from their skills and expertise. We welcome people with broad ranges of backgrounds and knowledge to be able to meet the diverse needs of our young people. Some of our Teaching Assistants have experience of work in SEN Schools. Others have a background on childhood development. Some of our pupils who have deep-seated anxiety or mental health issues linked to their special needs work very well with Teaching Assistants with a caring background.

The successful candidates will:

• have some experience with SEN; many of our students require someone with experience in working with people who have Autism, ADHD, or Emotional and Mental Health difficulties etc.

• be passionate about helping pupils overcome any barriers to learning and difficulties with engagement

• be able to build a rapport and strong relationship with children and their families and with colleagues

• ideally, have some experience of helping children with their learning

• have the ability to motivate and inspire pupils

• use a person-centred approach in their work

At ASEND you will always be well supported by our highly qualified and experienced team and well-remunerated for your work.

If you are seeking a truly rewarding position and are passionate about enriching the lives of young people, then do not hesitate to apply now and one of our specialist team will review your application.

About ASEND

ASEND is a highly specialist SEND business, placing dedicated SEND professionals in school and services throughout the UK.

Since being established in 2011, ASEND has emerged amongst the forefront of leading SEND businesses and have successfully placed professionals into different schools, colleges and services across the country. Pioneers across the sector, we have helped to institute a unique and fresh approach to the teaching and learning of SEND pupils, many of whom have seen remarkable progress.

We see ourselves as a SEND company rather than a recruitment agency. Meaning that we do more than just staffing for SEN education. Our Directors all have a unique understanding of SEND and between them share a wealth of knowledge and experience unparalleled in the field. Our team all have a passion for helping young people with SEN overcome barriers and progress. Your experience with us and our young people will therefore feel very different to what you may normally expect as a result.

Benefits:

• Generous and competitive rates of pay

• Opportunities for professional development

• Friendly support and guidance to enable you to meet the individual needs of learners and to ensure that you feel confident in your position

• Training in working with children with SEND

• Join a friendly and supportive team