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SEN Teaching Assistant - Tower Hamlets Secondary

1st September start
Full Time
Posted about 5 hours ago
Expiring 17th July
Tower Hamlets, London
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant secondary school community in Tower Hamlets. This role is integral to our commitment to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every student can realise their potential. The successful candidate will support a female student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), delivering tailored assistance to meet her individual needs, including intimate care. This is a full-time position, aligning with our school's ethos of fostering respect, resilience, and a personalised approach to education. The role will commence at the start of the upcoming term and continue on a full-time basis. Key Responsibilities: - Provide one-to-one support to a female student with an EHCP, ensuring her safety, wellbeing, and access to learning activities. - Assist with personal care and intimate needs in accordance with school policies, maintaining dignity and confidentiality at all times. - Support the student in accessing the curriculum, adapting materials and activities as necessary to meet her individual learning goals. - Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN coordinators, and other professionals to implement personalised learning plans. - Support the student during classroom activities, ensuring her engagement and participation in line with her needs. - Promote a positive and inclusive environment, fostering the student’s independence and confidence. - Maintain accurate records of support provided and observe any changes in the student’s behaviour or needs, reporting these to relevant staff. - Uphold the school's values of respect, resilience, and inclusivity in all interactions with students and staff. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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​​This high-achieving, oversubscribed comprehensive school caters to girls aged 11 to 18, nurturing their talents in a safe, creative environment. The institution emphasizes outstanding academic achievement alongside fostering confidence, creativity, leadership, and a lifelong love of learning. Students are encouraged to develop their ambitions and self-determination, aiming to become highly qualified, articulate young women with diverse experiences in the wider world. The school has a rich history of pioneering women's education for over 50 years, creating spaces for growth and learning. It offers a broad curriculum, including STEM and arts education, and provides extensive extracurricular opportunities to enrich students' lives.

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If you're not ready to find another role, or, you're definitely still welcome to sign up. Registering with us and letting us know what you're looking for will help us to get in touch with you about roles you may be interested in!

I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

What documents will I need to provide?

We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.