Special Needs Assistant - Hackney
Start Date: ASAP
School Overview:An ‘outstanding’ SEND school nestled in the heart of Hackney, N16, is seeking dedicated and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants. Catering to pupils aged between 2– 16 years old with ASD, complex needs, and challenging behaviour, this school provides a vibrant community where your impact truly matters.
Job Description:This SEND School are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for working with ASD pupils. Experience with PECS or Makaton is highly desirable, though not essential. Most importantly, the ideal special needs teaching assistant will possess a calm demeanour, be adept at de-escalating challenging situations, and exhibit a proactive, can-do attitude.
The successful SEN teaching assistant will play a crucial role in safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children, collaborating closely with our supportive and dedicated staff.
Key Responsibilities:- SEN Support: Assist pupils with Autism, complex needs, and challenging behaviour.
- Specialist Skills: Experience with PECS and Makaton is advantageous.
- Commitment: Full-time role, Monday to Friday.
- Comprehensive Support: Serving children from KS1 to KS4.
- Professional Growth: Supportive leadership committed to your development.
- Modern Facilities: Located on beautiful grounds, just a 10-minute walk from the local station.
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- SEND Experience: Proven track record working with SEND pupils.
- Behaviour Management: Effective strategies for managing challenging behaviour.
- Literacy and Numeracy: Strong communication and academic skills.
- Passion for Education: A deep dedication to nurturing and educating young minds.
Additional requirements: o References confirming suitability for role
o Commitment to Safeguardingo Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
o Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits- Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
- Continual professional development through online training
- Competitive pay rates related to your experience
- Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
- Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers
About Chalk
At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.
We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.
For more info please contact Sade Akintola on 0203 657 8329.
The Legal Bit
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