Teaching Assistant

£85 - £120 per day
Inner London, Inner London - East
Daily supply
Start date: May 2024
Horizon Teachers are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work in an East London Primary school. They are a dedicated SEN Secondary School situated in the heart of East London, committed to providing exceptional support and education for children with Autism and ADHD. Their passionate team works collaboratively to create a space where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As a Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere.

Your main responsibilities will include:
  • Assisting the classroom teacher in delivering tailored lessons and activities for students with Autism and ADHD.
  • Providing one-on-one and small group support to students to enhance their learning experiences.
  • Building strong relationships with students, understanding their individual needs, and helping them develop essential life skills.
  • Collaborating with the school's multidisciplinary team, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists.
  • Creating and adapting learning materials to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Monitoring and tracking student progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents.

What the ideal person will have:
  • Previous experience working with children with Autism and ADHD is highly desirable.
  • A patient and empathetic approach to understanding and meeting the diverse needs of our students.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and the wider school community.
  • A positive attitude and a strong desire to contribute to a nurturing and inclusive educational environment.
  • Relevant qualifications or certifications in Special Education or related fields are advantageous.

Why should you work for Horizon teachers?
  • You will be paid the permanent equivalent pay for the job after 12 full weeks.
  • We offer a free safeguarding course online to support you in your work or in an educational setting.
  • We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers!
  • A team of specialist education consultants with many years of experience and including many ex-teachers!
  • Earn up to £300 of your choice for successful referrals.

I highly recommend Horizon teachers for any aspiring teachers. The team is super helpful throughout the application process. - 5-star Google Review

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Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. 

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