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SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: £ 90-105 per day - DOEMon-Fri, Daily Hours: 8:30 - 16:00Full-time / Term Time onlyEnfield, North London

We're looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-19 years with special educational needs, including SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties), alongside associated social, emotional, and learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and supporting young people with complex needs to thrive.

SEN Teaching Assistant Role:

Supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including SLD and PMLD, as well as SEMH and additional learning needs
Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs and abilities
Assisting with personalised learning programmes, care plans, and sensory-based activities
Supporting communication, engagement, and emotional regulation
Working closely with teachers and therapists to maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
Building positive, trusting relationships to promote confidence, independence, and wellbeing

SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

A genuine interest in supporting children with complex and profound learning needs
A patient, calm, and proactive approach
Experience supporting pupils with SLD and/or PMLD (desirable but not essential)
Manual handling, personal care, or sensory support experience (preferred)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable)
Ideal for aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Therapists, or Health & Social Care professionals

If you're interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.

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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Enfield, North London, United Kingdom