1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Empower Learning (Slough)

Supply Desk; Slough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time position in Slough. You will provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, liaising with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement EHCP targets and learning plans.

A patient, proactive approach is essential, along with safeguarding and DBS compliance. You will work closely with the class teacher to adapt activities, monitor progress, and help the pupil build confidence, independence and social skills in a

Qualifications

• Patient, compassionate and understanding approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Good understanding of SEN and barriers to learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships and establish trust with pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• Calm, consistent, and positive when supporting pupils with challenging behaviour or emotional needs.
• Proactive approach to encouraging learning, independence, confidence, and personal development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Current enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with special educational needs, within and outside the classroom as required.
• Work with class teacher and SENCO to implement individual learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet the pupil's needs and learning style.
• Support pupil's confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Assist pupils who have difficulties with concentration, communication, emotional regulation, behaviour or social interaction.
• Utilise positive behaviour management to promote engagement and a calm learning environment.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teacher and SENCO.
• Build a trusting relationship with the pupil while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Follow school policies including safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety, and child protection.

Skills

SEN understanding

Relationship building

Communication

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Job description

Supply Desk is recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time position in Slough. You will provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, liaising with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement EHCP targets and learning plans.

A patient, proactive approach is essential, along with safeguarding and DBS compliance. You will work closely with the class teacher to adapt activities, monitor progress, and help the pupil build confidence, independence and social skills in a