Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Haringey

Chalk Education
Published
September 20, 2024
Location
Haringey, United Kingdom
Category
SEND  
Job Type
Work Hours
8.30am - 4.00pm

Description

Pay Rate: £90 - £110 per day, PAYE, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP

School Overview:
An ‘outstanding’ SEND school nestled in the heart of Haringey, N8, is seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant. Catering to pupils aged 2 – 19 years old with SLD, ASD, complex needs, and challenging behaviour, this school provides a vibrant community where your impact truly matters.

Job Description:
This SEND School are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for working with ASD pupils. Experience with PECS or Makaton is highly desirable, though not essential. Most importantly, the ideal special needs teaching assistant will possess a calm demeanor, be adept at de-escalating challenging situations, and exhibit a proactive, can-do attitude. The successful SEN teaching assistant will play a crucial role in safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children, collaborating closely with our supportive and dedicated staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • SEN Support: Assist pupils with SLD, complex needs, and challenging behaviour.
  • Specialist Skills: Experience with PECS and Makaton is advantageous.
  • Commitment: Full-time role, Monday to Friday.

About the School:

  • Comprehensive Support: Serving children from KS1 to KS4.
  • Professional Growth: Supportive leadership committed to your development.
  • Modern Facilities: Located on beautiful grounds, just a 10-minute walk from the local station.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • SEND Experience: Proven track record working with SEND pupils.
  • Behaviour Management: Effective strategies for managing challenging behaviour.
  • Literacy and Numeracy: Strong communication and academic skills.
  • Passion for Education: A deep dedication to nurturing and educating young minds.

Application Process:
If you are eager to make a real difference and meet the requirements above, we invite you to apply now and join our supportive team at this outstanding SEND school.

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.

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