Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Full-Time, Long-Term Placement – Starting ASAP
Job Description
An exceptional, well-resourced Special Needs School in Ealing (UB6) is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for an immediate full-time, long-term placement.
The Role:You will support pupils aged 2–11 with ASD, SLD, and Complex Needs within the classroom. Prior experience working with SEND is essential. We’re looking for a nurturing, energetic individual who is comfortable providing personal care when needed.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide one-on-one support to children with special needs.
- Assist with tailored educational activities and lessons.
- Implement behavior management strategies effectively.
- Foster social and communication skills development.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to create individualized plans.
- Monitor progress and behavioral changes, ensuring accurate documentation.
- Ensure a safe, nurturing environment at all times.
This child-centered primary school boasts outstanding leadership and a supportive environment. You’ll be part of a team committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Requirements:- Experience working with children, particularly those with Autism, SLD, or Complex Needs.
- Strong behavior management skills.
- Willingness to provide personal care.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for making a difference.
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
Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.