Connex - London
SEND Teaching Assistants Required
Islington
Both flexible daily supply and full-time long-term positions available
Daily Rate – £85+ Depending on experience.
Connex Education is looking for compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team working within our partner school, a large SEND school based in Islington.
Role Overview: We are looking for caring and skilled Teaching Assistants to provide essential academic support and personal care to students with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist teachers in the classroom, helping students with complex needs in their learning and development.
- Provide personal care to students, including toileting, feeding, and hygiene, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
- Support students individually or in small groups to achieve their specific learning objectives.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Monitor and document student progress.
- Promote the social and emotional well-being of students, assisting them in developing vital life skills.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children with complex needs is essential.
- Relevant qualifications in education, healthcare, childcare, or special educational needs are highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Experience in providing personal care.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits of being part of our Connex Education team:
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE paid weekly
- Flexible working
- FREE access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package comprising over 19 courses
- Potential to complete funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
Application Process:
If you are interested in this role, please contact Scott Sheppard at scott.sheppard@connex-education.com or click on the apply button
Additional Information:
This is a temporary/long term supply position, unless stated otherwise.
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
