Compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant – Support & Growth

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Wash; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Teaching Assistant (SEN) for Bennerley Fields School in Ilkeston.

The role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them engage in learning, develop independence, and achieve personalised targets within a structured environment. You will work alongside teachers and therapists, provide one-to-one and small group support, and help maintain safeguarding and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support students with varying needs and behaviours.
• Commitment to helping every child achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students across the school.
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support pupils to achieve their learning objectives and EHCP targets.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Assist students with a range of communication, sensory, and learning needs.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and external professionals.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children and young people.

Skills

SEN experience

Caring and patient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Teaching Assistant (SEN) for Bennerley Fields School in Ilkeston.

The role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them engage in learning, develop independence, and achieve personalised targets within a structured environment. You will work alongside teachers and therapists, provide one-to-one and small group support, and help maintain safeguarding and inclusive practices.