Graduate Teaching Assistant

Opogo Education is currently recruiting aSEND Teaching Assistant in Westminsterto join a thriving and supportive school committed to inclusive education. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and passionate individual who is experienced in supporting children with special educational needs, including those with complex needs and challenging behaviours.

As aSEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in providing 1:1 support to a student with additional learning requirements. This role is essential for helping the pupil thrive both academically and socially in a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a student with complex needs, including autism and behavioural challenges.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene routines as required.
• Implement tailored strategies from Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and behavioural support plans.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive social interactions within a structured learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support student progress.
• Use de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement to manage behaviours effectively.
• Encourage engagement with the curriculum and active participation in classroom activities.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEND, particularly autism and challenging behaviours, is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting students with additional needs.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with pupils, staff, and families.
• Willingness and ability to support with personal care where necessary.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and making a positive impact.
• Relevant qualifications in education, SEN, or child development are an advantage but not essential.

This is a rewarding role for a compassionateSEND Teaching Assistant in Westminsterwho is ready to make a lasting difference in a childs life. Youll join a school where your contribution is truly valued, and your professional growth is supported.

The pay range advertised is based on employment through an umbrella company.

About Opogo Education

Opogo Education is reshaping the traditional supply agency model making it faster, fairer and more efficient. Our benefits include:

• Easy-to-use mobile app: set your availability and pay rates from our mobile app and let the jobs come to you.
• Higher rates: our tech-led approach allows us to reduce costs for schools and pay our educators more than traditional agencies.
• One-click timesheets: approve your timesheets once a week all through the mobile app.
• Smart match: we match you with the most suitable jobs so that schools can easily find you and send you opportunities.
• Social enterprise: we reinvest our profits back into the education sector to support you. Access hundreds of CPD-certified courses for free through our Learn platform.

Apply nowto join Opogo and take the next step in your career as a trustedSEN Teaching Assistantin Westminster.

Opogo Ltd is accredited by the REC and in accordance with KCSIE 2025 guidelines, any offers of employment are subject to our strict vetting, safeguarding and reference procedures.

Opogo is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know.