Compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant — Long-Term Role

Aspire People; Coalville; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are working in partnership with a school in Coalville who are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who has experience working with children and wants to develop their experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

You'll work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to help pupils access their learning, develop their independence and get the most from their school day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is essential.
• Willing to support children with SEN and additional needs.
• A relevant qualification such as Level 2/3 Childcare, Teaching Assistant or SEN qualification desirable.
• DBS on Update Service desirable; willing to obtain one.
• Patient, caring and understanding with good teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Help children access classroom activities and adapt tasks where appropriate.
• Support pupils with communication, social and emotional development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement.
• Monitor pupils' progress and communicate concerns to staff.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Team player

Willing to DBS check

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching/Childcare

SEN qualification desirable

Job description

Aspire People are working in partnership with a school in Coalville who are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who has experience working with children and wants to develop their experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

You'll work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to help pupils access their learning, develop their independence and get the most from their school day.