SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant? Join our team in Swanley, working in a specialist resource provision at a mainstream school, providing essential support to students with diverse special educational needs. About the role As an SEN Teaching Assistant in the specialist resource provision, you'll play a pivotal role in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Collaborating closely with teachers and the school's SENCO, you'll contribute to developing personalized learning plans, tailoring support to cater to the specific needs of each student. Your daily responsibilities will include offering one-on-one assistance, supporting classroom activities, and promoting students' social and emotional growth. Your compassion and flexibility will be instrumental in helping students overcome challenges and achieve academic and personal progress. Joining our team, you'll make a significant impact in a mainstream school that values inclusivity, ensuring all students receive the support they need to thrive. About the school Our partner mainstream school in Swanley is dedicated to providing high-quality education and comprehensive support to students with diverse needs. The specialist resource provision within the school caters to students with various special educational needs, creating an inclusive environment where every student's uniqueness is celebrated. You'll be part of a collaborative school community, working alongside experienced educators and support staff, all dedicated to empowering students to achieve their academic and personal goals. The school's inclusive approach ensures that each student's individual strengths and challenges are acknowledged and addressed. Requirements To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will: Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant is advantageous, but we welcome applicants with a passion for supporting students with diverse needs. Understanding of various special educational needs, such as PMLD, SEMH, ASC, ADHD, or challenging behaviour. Compassion, patience, and adaptability are essential qualities for success in this role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive connections with students and staff. Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are: Experience working with either children or adults with additional needs Vision for Education 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 Vision for Education Vision for Education 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 Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, 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. Vision for Education 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 us on  or email nolawi.ghebre. #visionsupport