SEND Teaching Assistant
Specialist SEND School
London Borough of Barnet
Temp to perm
We here at Parker Smith Inclusion are excited to be working with an Outstanding SEND School in the London Borough of Barnet that have recently expanded and require our help in finding fantastic staff, they are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join their team as SEND Teaching Assistant's. The school has a primary and secondary sites and cater for students with moderate learning difficulties and complex needs, with the majority having ASC and associated learning, communication, and behavioral difficulties. Experience is valued, but they are also looking for drive and personality for the role. They would like candidates to start on a long-term temporary contract to help speed up the recruitment process for them, then candidates could be taken on permanently by this wonderful school.
Benefits
- The SLT are very involved in the day-to-day life of the school and are present in the classrooms. They know all the children extremely well and are very "hands on"
- Supportive environment with a friendly atmosphere where staff members feel well-supported
- There are many opportunities for ongoing training and development, including the chance to become a teacher through apprenticeship programs.
- All staff are involved in all aspects of the children's lives, including swimming and P.E. lessons and trips into the community
- Working alongside people who are passionate about helping young people become independent and who care about them
- Outstanding school with a genuine passion and drive for the young people they serve
- Focus is on creating an environment where the children can be happy and learn functional skills
Requirements
- Having the passion to work with young people with SEND
- Being patient and flexible, and able to move between classes when you are needed to
- Someone who understands that this is a SEND school and are prepared for the challenges
- Comfortable supporting with toileting, eating and drinking
- Comfortable supporting during swimming and PE sessions, including dressing and undressing
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team
If you are a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic individual looking to make a difference please apply!