Are You Passionate About Making a Real Difference in Education?

A dynamic and inclusive Secondary School in the vibrant community of Beckton, E6, is currently seeking dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the lives of students with special educational needs.

Job Description:  The School are looking for experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistants or Support Workers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and empowering educational environment. Your roles will include:

• Personalised Support: You will provide essential one-on-one assistance to a Year 8 student with Autism, helping them successfully transition into mainstream classes. This role goes beyond academic support, extending to social integration during breaks and lunchtimes.
• Empowerment Through Education: You will guide and support pupils across Years 7-11 who have Autism, ADHD, and exhibit Challenging Behaviours. Your role is crucial in moulding their positive attitudes towards learning and ensuring that they have the support they need to excel. This includes students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

These positions are full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. As a valued member of our team, you will collaborate closely with committed staff to safeguard and promote the welfare of all our students.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with secondary-aged pupils (11-16 years old).
• Outstanding behaviour management skills, with the ability to create and maintain a positive and conducive learning environment.
• A deep dedication to education and a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of students.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Commitment to Safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers

About Chalk

At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.

We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.

For more info please contact Sade Akintola on 0203 657 8329.

The Legal Bit

Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.