The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate College Teaching Assistant to join our team. As a College Teaching Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide support to students with complex needs, ensuring they have every opportunity to achieve their academic and personal goals. This is a rewarding role that requires patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping students with special educational needs.
This is a part time role - Tuesday to Friday (at least 2 days a week are required, more is preferred).
Hours: 08:30 - 4:30
Responsibilities:
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Work closely with students with complex needs, providing individualized support in both academic and personal development.
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Assist students in accessing the curriculum and adapting teaching materials to suit their specific requirements.
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Help develop and implement personalized learning plans in collaboration with the teaching staff and SEN coordinators.
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Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel supported, encouraged, and valued.
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Provide assistance with personal care tasks, if necessary, while respecting the students' dignity and promoting their independence.
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Facilitate effective communication between students, teaching staff, and parents/guardians to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
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Monitor students' progress, record observations, and provide feedback to the teaching staff and relevant stakeholders.
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Collaborate with the SEN team to implement strategies and interventions that promote the overall well-being and academic success of students with complex needs.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Enhanced Child & Adult DBS ideally on Update Service - or willing to apply.
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No particular level of education is required. Any relevant course or degree will be an advantage, though.
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Prior experience working with students with complex needs and special educational needs is desirable, but not completely necessary - we are looking for someone with passion to help and the right attitude!
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/guardians.
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with students and collaborate with the wider educational team.
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Empathy, patience, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.
Application Process:
Please submit your resume/CV outlining your experience for the past 5 years and why you are interested in this position. Include any specific experience you have in supporting students with complex needs. You will be asked to provide documents confirming your identity and contact details for at least two professional references.
You can also contact myself directly -
[email protected].
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship or facilitate relocation.
We look forward to receiving your application and the opportunity to work together in supporting our students with complex needs to achieve their academic and personal goals.
About Lara Search
LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London.
We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.
About Lara Search :
LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London. We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.