SEND Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers is working in partnership with a vibrant secondary school in Enfield, who is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support their diverse student body. As part of a multi-academy trust, they are committed to providing exceptional education and life-changing opportunities for their students.

About the role

Role Overview:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students with special educational needs, both inside and outside the classroom.

• Collaborate with teachers, the SENDCO, and the Lead SEMH Mentor to develop and implement individualized support plans.

• Assist in the Student Support Centre and Reflection Room, promoting positive behavior and learning outcomes.

• Contribute to a restorative approach to conflict resolution, understanding the impact of traumatic experiences on student behavior.

About the school

They believe in fostering an inclusive environment where every student can achieve their full potential. The schools values consist of being Supportive, Tolerant, Resilient, Integrity, Visionary, Excellence— which is their approach to education and community engagement.

Requirements

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

• Previous experience working with students with special educational needs is desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A levels or Level 3 equivalent B+/Merit or Distinction in three subjects, a relevant University degree or Diploma, as any successful candidates will be supporting students in Years 7-11
• GCSE or equivalent Level 4/5+ in English, Maths, Science and four more GCSE’s or equivalents

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

• relevant send ta experience

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.

About Smart Teachers

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.

What Smart Teachers offer

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.

How to apply

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 Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email daniel.uwaifo@smartteachers.co.uk.