SEN-Westminster

Position: Teaching Assistant (TA) with Personal Care Experience(SEN Primary school)

Location: Westminster, London

Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Start Date: January 2025

Are you passionate about supporting children’s education and wellbeing? Do you have experience in both classroom assistance and personal care? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, providing exceptional support to children with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities:

Support Classroom Learning: Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, providing one-on-one or small group support where needed.

Personal Care: Help with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, and mobility support for children with physical disabilities or additional needs.

Individualised Support: Work closely with SEN students, understanding their specific educational and emotional requirements to foster a positive learning environment.

Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, therapists, and parents to ensure coordinated care and learning for each student.

Encouragement & Motivation: Encourage students to build their confidence, independence, and social skills through tailored support.

Requirements:

Experience: Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably in a SEN environment.

Personal Care Experience: Previous experience supporting children with personal care needs is essential.

Qualifications: Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant certificate or equivalent are highly desirable.

Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Safeguarding: A strong understanding of safeguarding policies and a commitment to child welfare. Enhanced DBS check required.

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