SEN Teaching Assistant - (West Wickham School - Bromley)

Description:

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment?If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team at our West Wickham School in Bromley.

Wickham Park School will be a brand-new SEN school in the heart of Bromley, South London.Set across three buildings, the school will provide exceptional, modern learning facilities for up to 70 pupils aged 5-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism.

There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

What you’ll get to do:

Assisting students in their educational and social development.
Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.What we’re looking for from you:

Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualificationWhy work for us?

Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discounts!
Real Living Wage employer
Competitive pay rates
Christmas bonus
Generous Refer a Friend Scheme
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
Ongoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunities
Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support.
Looking after your wellbeing - supporting you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.
Supportive management and senior leaders.Interviews will be held upon receipt of suitable CVs

We may close this role early if we receive sufficient number of suitable candidates.

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