Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

A supportive SEN school in Greenwich is looking for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant you will be working in the classroom to support during lessons. Pupils will have needs inclusive of autism (ASD) and challenging behaviour and communication challenges (SLCN). Experience and/or qualifications in Team Teach or other behaviour management techniques would be beneficial but not essential as training can be provided.

• £85-£95 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Long-term, full-time
• Immediate or September start 
• Good transport links 

The successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant will:

• Have a positive and resilient attitude
• Be eager to learn on the job and undergo weekly training
• Have good SEN experience, especially of autism (ASD), challenging behaviour and communication challenges (SLCN)
• Have experience and/or qualifications in Team Teach or alternative behaviour management methods
• Confidently use their own initiative
• Have a valid DBS / police check

If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV today!

COVID-19 Notice – We will not be interviewing candidates face-to-face; we will instead be interviewing via video link where possible or speaking via phone call. Vetting procedures will be carried out online.

UCM Education specialises in placing teachers and support staff in schools and nurseries throughout the UK. Due to the number of applications we receive for job posts, we cannot contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.