Learning Support Assistant

Are you an experienced EYFS or Primary Teaching Assistant with a background in supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs? We are working with a Primary school based in Wandsworth, assisting in their search for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join their EYFS and KS1 team. You will work across Reception and Year 1, supporting two pupils - one in each class. As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will ensure the child you're supporting is happy, safe, and involved in the learning as much as possible. The role will involve some personal care. If you are proactive and energetic and are looking for a new challenge supporting pupils with a range of needs, this is the role for you. The school is easily accessible via public transport and there are parking options available. What do the school require from you? Experience in an EYFS or Primary setting. Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, or a good understanding of SEND. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Confident and able to use your initiative. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with special needs. Knowledge of relevant safeguarding policies and procedures. Why work with Horizon Teachers? Long-term/Temp to permanent opportunities. Very competitive rates! We pay the permanent equivalent after you have worked 12 working weeks within a placement. A team of specialist education consultants with many years of experience and including many ex-teachers. Earn up to £150 in vouchers of your choice for successful Support staff referrals. We are one of the highest rated agencies with 4.8* Google rating from teachers, support staff and schools we have helped. One of the best agencies in London. Horizon got me working in a school within 5 days of registering. The staff are all super helpful and committed to finding the right school for you. - 5 Star google review Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.  Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education