Compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant - Inspiring Learning

Prospero Teaching; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a school in Shropshire. You will support pupils with severe learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them access learning and develop independence.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, aiding communication, personal care, and inclusion, while promoting positive behaviour and welfare across the school day.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about helping children achieve their potential.
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Calm and confident when supporting children with complex needs.
• A good communicator and team player.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Flexible and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with severe learning disabilities in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping pupils access their learning through appropriate communication and sensory strategies.
• Supporting pupils with personal care and other individual needs where required.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtime and school activities.
• Following individual education and support plans.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional well being.
• Working closely with teachers, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a school in Shropshire. You will support pupils with severe learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them access learning and develop independence.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, aiding communication, personal care, and inclusion, while promoting positive behaviour and welfare across the school day.