SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: West London, Chiswick
Contract Type: Full-Time (Term-Time Only)
Salary: £110 - £130 per day

About the Role

We are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist autism and SEND school in West London. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

You will work alongside teachers and support staff to help pupils develop academically, socially, emotionally and independently.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism and SEND.
Support learning through differentiated and personalised activities.
Promote communication, social skills, emotional regulation and independence.
Support positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Work with teachers and other professionals to support EHCP outcomes and individual needs.Candidate Requirements

Experience working with children or young people with SEN, Autism or additional needs.
Previous experience as a SEN TA, Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar is desirable.
Patient, calm and empathetic approach with strong communication skills.
Understanding of SEN support, behaviour management and differentiated learning.
Experience with PECS, Makaton, visual supports or sensory strategies is advantageous.What We Offer

£110 - £130 per day, depending on experience.
Full-time, term-time-only position.
Experience within a specialist autism and SEND setting.
Supportive working environment and professional development opportunities.
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Autism and SEND, apply today with your CV to be considered for this opportunity in West London.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

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