SEN Support Specialist - North London

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Morgan Hunt are pleased to announce that we are working with several Colleges and Sixth forms across the county on a preferred supplier basis.

Together we are seeking to appoint SEN Support Assistant- apply today!

Job Title: SEN Support Assistant

Job Type:Temporary

Location:

Stanmore

Length of contract:Temporary - Ongoing

Key responsibilities

• To provide effective support for individual or groups of students in a classroom setting covering a range of levels and subjects.


• To identify opportunities for the student(s) to work independently where appropriate, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times; at such times to support other students in the classroom as appropriate.


• To keep accurate records of the support provided and the students' progress and attendance, monitoring if adjustments are consistently made in class.


• To encourage the student(s) to interact with others and engage in activities led by the lecturer.


• To assist with the general pastoral care of the student(s).


• Provide support for students' emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behavior in line with the College's Behavior Policy, and demonstrating high expectations of work and behavior.


• Work with students to reinforce learning by practicing skills already taught.


• Accompany lecturers and students on College visits, and participate in college functions within College hours.

Skills & experience

• Possess or be willing to work towards a Literacy and Numeracy qualification at Level 2 or above.


• Possess an appropriate support qualification or be willing to undertake training to gain relevant qualification required.


• Possess appropriate IT skills relevant to the post, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook and the ability to complete searches on the Internet.


• Have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.


• Be able to demonstrate the motivation and skills to support students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties in an educational setting.


• Be willing to undertake training and development as required within the role.


• Be able to demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Possess basic knowledge of First Aid, food hygiene and Health and Safety or be willing to undertake training.


• Have an awareness and understanding of equal opportunities


• Have an awareness of the safeguarding and prevent initiatives