SEN Teaching Assistant - Student and Graduate Roles

Our primary schools in Wandsworth are looking for graduates and students who are keen to gain experience in schools working as SEN Teaching Assistants. We have a plethora of supportive schools with expert staff and facilities working with children of primary ages across a variety of moderate SEN.

Our schools are specifically looking for graduates and students with backgrounds in Psychology, Education or Health and Social Care that are looking to gain experience and kickstart a career working with children with special needs in fast-paced and active environments. This is the perfect opportunity to gain first- hand exposure in a supportive setting where you can learn and master strategies for working across a variety of Special Educational Needs.

Our schools will provide you with excellent opportunities for professional development, and you will learn and progress quickly with the ongoing support of a our team here at Zen and bespoke training resources. We have roles that are both full and part-time, with flexible or immediate start dates, and pay starting at £92.50 a day with the opportunity to achieve up to £110 a day if you can really impress.

Our schools are looking for really passionate, motivated and enthusiastic graduates and students who have can-do attitudes and will go above and beyond for children. Experience is by no means required, so this is a great opportunity if you’re looking to kick-start a career in education/psychology as well as providing the perfect platform to progress onto teaching roles.

Hours are typically 8.30-4pm, although can vary depending on the school.

The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant should:

• Have experience working with children with SEN, and/or a genuine passion for this
• Be flexible, proactive and patient
• Be able to communicate effectively within a team
• Be resilient, passionate and driven to go above and beyond for children of all needs
• Have a background in Education, Care, Psychology or Drama, as these are very transferable.
• If you are looking to kick-start a career in education, or you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new role, please register with us and you’ll be contacted within the next 24 hours

About Zen Educate:

Register from the comfort of your own home - Upload the required safeguarding documents and complete a video conference interview without ever leaving the house.

Set your preferences - Receive and manage bookings through either your phone or laptop on our beautifully designed online platform. Create your profile with the information you want to highlight to schools.

Hassle-free - You no longer have to struggle with continuous unnecessary phone calls, timesheets, or any of the other hassle that comes with supply work.

Completely transparent - We always charge the school the same transparent, flat-fee and not a commission. As a result, our mission is always to facilitate the fairest match between schools and classroom staff.

Temp-to-perm - Like the school you’re working at? Zen Educate makes it easy for a school to hire you on a permanent contract.

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