SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs within our school community.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils access the curriculum, develop independence, and achieve their individual learning and well-being goals. The role requires patience, flexibility, and a strong commitment to inclusive education, supporting pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development in a safe and nurturing environment. You should be able to help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

A welcoming and inclusive school community located in Kensington and Chelsea, committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education for all pupils.

The school has a strong focus on pupil well-being, diversity, and equal opportunities.

They have a supportive leadership team with a clear vision for teaching, learning, and inclusion.

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs
• Ability to work one-to-one and in small groups
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Kardelen Altindag on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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