SEN Teaching Assistant
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Initial recruiter screening → Hiring Manager interview → Role-specific practical assessment.
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
Whether you’re about to graduate and want to get into teaching, or you’re looking for a new way to utilise your existing degree, becoming a graduate teaching assistant might just be the role for you.
About the role:
This teaching assistant role is based in an ambitious and thriving SEND school in Slough. They are looking to recruit an enthusiastic graduate for the role ASAP.
Your Role:
- Assisting in the delivery of effective teaching on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
- Working with other support staff to engage pupils in sensory work
- Preparing classroom resources
- Providing feedback to teachers and parents
- You will be assisting pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities
This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.
The ideal candidate:
- Outgoing and nurturing manner
- Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their academic potential
- You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.
- Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils
About us:
We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.
- Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Free CPD sessions
- Your own dedicated consultant7
- £150 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus
- Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners
How to apply:
You can apply or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. All applicants must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.
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