SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 24 August 2021
Salary Negotiable
Job type Contract
Discipline Special Education Needs
ReferenceTA/Z/561_1629808147

Job description

1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT - SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS - ENFIELD, NORTH LONDON

We are currently recruiting for An SEN Teaching Assistant with a medical background to join our Education Team at our school based in Enfield, North London

About the position:

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will be assisting a child with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) you will be key in helping the child with complex needs in an educational setting. This is a challenging and Niche role, but the rewards as a Teaching Assistant are incomparable to any other job. You will be working in an environment where the little things that you do every day could have life-changing results. Your ambition as a Teaching Assistant for the young people you support will help them take steps to fulfilling their potential.

What will you be doing?

  • Supporting a child 1:1 with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) with their learning activities and helping with their social and emotional development
  • Helping with the care and support of the child
  • Contributing to the health and well-being of the child

About You

What experience and qualifications do you need?

Ideally you will have a medical background and Teaching Assistant qualification or experience in working in a similar role, but more importantly you will have:

  • A passion for supporting children
  • Motivation by seeing the progression and development of others
  • High expectations of our children, your colleagues and yourself
  • A willingness to 'go the extra mile'
  • A sense of humour
  • The ability to remain calm in testing situations and able to come back the next day and do it all again with a smile.

What will you get in return?

  • A supportive team around you who will be ambitious for the school, the pupils and you
  • Professional development and ongoing training
  • Genuine career development opportunities
  • Full funded DBS checks

If you are interested in hearing more information about this position, please contact Zeki at Remedy Education on 0204 531 0029