SEN Teaching Assistant

Iqra Cricklewood is looking for dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join our growing team.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to work in a positive, supportive environment where they can make a meaningful difference.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support children with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and other learning needs. You will help pupils build confidence, develop independence and make progress both academically and personally.

We are looking for individuals who are patient, reliable, caring and genuinely committed to helping children reach their full potential.

What we offer

• Long-term opportunities for the right candidates
• A supportive and welcoming working environment
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to build your experience within SEN and education
• A growing centre with opportunities for progression
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children and families

Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 support to children with additional needs
• Supporting children in small intervention groups
• Working with pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs and other SEND needs
• Supporting communication, learning and social development
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and structured activities
• Supporting individual learning and development targets
• Working closely with teachers and other members of the team
• Helping to create a calm, safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Building positive and professional relationships with children and families
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback where required

What we are looking for

We would like to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or in a similar role
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs
• A caring, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An understanding of positive behaviour management and SEN strategies
• The ability to build positive relationships with children
• Reliability, professionalism and a willingness to learn
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Relevant qualifications or SEN training are desirable, although practical experience and the right attitude are equally important.

Join Iqra Cricklewood

At Iqra Cricklewood, we are committed to creating a supportive environment where every child is given the opportunity to develop, progress and succeed.

We are building a strong team of people who care about the work they do and want to contribute to the development of children with additional needs.

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity and want to join a growing and supportive team, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking

Work Location: In person