SEN Teaching Assistant

Our school

Landon Harmondsworth School (LHS) is a new independent school in the heart of Harmondsworth (West Drayton) that caters to learners aged 5-11 with severe learning difficulties and Autism.

LHS passionately believes that every child has the right to maximise their potential, irrespective of their starting point in life. With a group of highly qualified and experienced specialist educators, LHS prioritises students in all its decisions and ensures a safe and caring environment. To help our students achieve, we innovate and use the best educational practices to become a leading SEN school in the U.K. Our new school site has many specialist sensory and therapeutic facilities to assist children’s development. We are set in a large green, environmentally friendly location with plenty of opportunities for outdoor play and learning. The school is well connected to public transport and is 10 minutes bus ride from the West Drayton Elisabeth line.

Main tasks and jobs:

·      Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them in a play-based learning approach.

·      Provide meaningful feedback on pupil attainment and progress.

·      Assist class teacher with the preparation of learning environments contributing to the achievement of Personal Learning Plans (PLPs)

·      Support the class teacher in monitoring, assessing, recording and reporting pupils’ progress.

·      Collaborate with class teachers to support learners to develop self-regulation skills.

Candidate profile

·      Experience working with SEN in an employed or voluntary setting.

·      Passion for working with SEN children.

·      The desire to put the child first and treat them as an individual.

·      Be positive and creative in meeting pupils’ individual needs.

·      Desire to learn.

·      Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.

What we offer

·      We offer an excellent salary package according to responsibilities and training support.

·      Opportunities to grow internally.

·      Supportive and collaborative working environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.