SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) with Personal Care

Hours of Work: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Term Time

Pay: £85-£100

Location: Harrow

Job Type: Full Time, Long Term

About the school:

Welcome to our thriving and inclusive 3-form entry primary school nestled in the heart of Harrow, London. With a vibrant community of over 450 students, our school prides itself on its commitment to providing an enriching and supportive learning environment. Our spacious buildings are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, surrounded by beautifully maintained grounds that offer plenty of outdoor learning and play opportunities.

We emphasise the importance of catering to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and ensuring every child receives the support they need to flourish. We offer a wide range of interesting activities and focused subjects, fostering a holistic educational experience.

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join our dynamic team starting in September 2024. This full-time, long-term role has become available due to the expansion of our SEN support team, reflecting our ongoing commitment to inclusive education.

The successful candidate will work closely with students, providing essential support to those with diverse SEN needs. The TA must be committed to assisting with personal care duties, including the changing of nappies.

Application Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role within a primary school setting, particularly with SEN students.

• Willingness to engage in personal care tasks, including nappy changing when required.

• A genuine passion for working with children and making a difference in their educational journey.

• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing one-on-one or small group support to SEN students.

• Supporting the class teacher in creating an inclusive learning environment.

• Engaging in personal care tasks as needed.

• Monitoring and recording student progress.

Perks and Benefits:

• A supportive and inclusive school community.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

• A great location in Harrow, offering a blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility.

• A welcoming and collaborative team environment.

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity?

If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance