Complex needs support assistant Expiring soon

SEN Teaching Asssistant

Croydon

Full Time

April 2024 start

We are currently seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant on behalf of a school based in Croydon. The successful candidate, whilst working under the supervision of a qualified teacher, must be able to take initiative within small group classrooms of pupils with a variety of special educational needs.

The role is full time, commencing ASAP, and will be required for the duration of the academic year. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with children with SEND and also of working across different key stages, this can be within an educational or non educational setting. 

You must be confident in joining the school and hitting the ground running, relationship building with the pupils is key and whilst you will have extensive support from staff members in school you will be required to get stuck in!

Essentials:

Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered with the update service (Or willing to apply for one through ourselves)

Eligible to work in the UK (right to work in the UK documentation).

Recent experience within an SEND classroom is desirable but not essential

Level 2 Qualification or Higher in relevant area (Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, Early Childhood studies, Nursery Diploma, Childcare etc.)

Benefits:

Competitive salary (depending on experience)

Opportunity to build on your skills and knowledge through our ‘Outstanding’ CPD programme

Our ‘Recommend a friend’ scheme, where you can earn money by nominating your fellow colleagues/friends for work

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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