SEND-Teaching Assistant

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Romford

"You're not just a teaching assistant. You're a mentor, a guide, and a role model."

Do you have experience working with students with special educational needs?

Do you have a good understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and how it applies to supporting students in the classroom?

How do you handle stressful or challenging situations when working with students with SEN?

If so, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity!

Randstad Education is a global leader in the HR services industry, connecting talented individuals with meaningful employment opportunities. We are committed to fostering inclusive and supportive workplaces.

This is a full-time and a Permanent position starting in September

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide support to teachers and students in a dynamic educational setting. Our ideal candidate will be a team player with a passion for helping students succeed.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to help students access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.
• Support students with mobility issues or physical disabilities.
• Help manage challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques.
• Provide feedback to teachers, SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and parents/carers.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia, physical disabilities).
• Understanding of a range of SEN conditions and strategies to support them
• 1+ year of UK work experience required in the UK Schools
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one through Randstad - this is essential
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Must submit 2 professional references reflecting recent roles.
• Two recent professional references are required from relevant work experience

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Gain expertise in behavior management, differentiated learning, and communication techniques
• Opportunities for the permanent role
• Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken prior to working in any schools.

If you are interested in this opportunity please use the apply button and if you have the relevant experience one of the team will be in touch.

No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Randstad Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community.