Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference IE/BTAHACK_1730196005
Closing date November 28, 2024
Location East London, UK
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

A Behavioural Teaching Assistant is needed for an ASAP start in a disciplined and high achieving secondary school in Hackney, East London. As a Behavioural Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with students with SEN, supporting them throughout the school day. The school holds their students to high standards, and as a behavioural teaching assiastant you will be tasked with ensuring these are met. Your focus will be in the SEN department, supporting young people aged 11-16.

You will be based in a secondary school in the heart of Hackney, who believe that creating an environment where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally is key to student success. They have high expections for their students, and work to prepare them for their future post-education. As a Behaviour teaching Assistant, you will be an integral part of the school community, working closely with students, teachers, and parents to promote positive behavior and ensure a safe and respectful learning environment. You will utilise your expertise and experience to develop and implement effective behaviour management strategies tailored to the unique needs of secondary school students.

As a Behavioural teaching Assistant, you will also support students throughout the school day, including during lessons. You will be working with students on a 1-1 basis, supporting them academically, socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing one-to-one or small group support to students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom.
  • Implementing tailored learning strategies and interventions as directed by the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator).
  • Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to ensure the individual needs of students are met effectively.
  • Behaviour Management and implementing stratagies
  • Assisting with the planning and delivery of differentiated activities to support student progress.
  • Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.

    • Requirements:

  • Previous experience working in an SEN role, preferably within a school setting.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Strong understanding of various Special Educational Needs and associated support strategies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents/carers.
  • Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting the diverse needs of students.
  • Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable but not essential).

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    If you would like to be considered for this Behavioural Teaching Assistant opportunity, please apply below!

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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