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We are working with a specialist SEND school that has multiple sites across South London who are seeking SEND Teaching Assistants to support their students. The school supports students from the ages of 4 - 18 years old, all of whom have EHCPs. The needs of the students include Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH), ASC/ASD, Learning Difficulties, Behavioural Disorders and Learning Difficulties.

The school's ethos is to nurture their students to become confident and valuable members of the community and enable them to lead healthy and fulfilling lives, able to thrive in an ever-changing and interconnected world.

This is an incredible opportunity for anyone interested in a career as a SEND Teaching Assistant! Whether you're just starting or looking to expand your experience, the school provides full training and development to help you succeed in your role. You'll be part of a supportive team that values its students and staff. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll have the chance to lead classroom activities and outdoor experiences and supervise the children, making this a fun and engaging role. The role is highly fulfilling as you build trust and a connection with the students while assisting them in a classroom environment.

The ideal SEND Teaching Assistant-

* Prior experience supporting SEN students and a passion for making a difference in the lives of these students

* Resilience and dedication

* Graduates who hold a degree in psychology, sociology, criminology, health & social care

* While previous experience as a TA or in a SEN role would be an advantage, it is not a strict requirement.

* We do require that all applicants possess an enthusiastic and positive attitude and a strong ability to work collaboratively as a team player.

Why work with us?

* We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide you with access to a wider range of job opportunities.

* Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help you navigate the job search process more effectively.

* Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools

* Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews.

* One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form

* Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made

Unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role if you are not contacted within five working days. However, we will keep your CV on file, and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEND career development.

Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements