Empowering SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 & Small Groups)

Aspire People; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Diverse roles in SEND

Specialist SEND settings

Dedicated consultant

Career development in SEND

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across specialist and mainstream education settings, supporting pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and additional learning needs.

Opportunities range from flexible day-to-day supply through to long-term roles, ideal for experienced TAs or those transferring from care or youth work. We offer specialist SEND settings and dedicated consultant support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Supporting pupils with Autism and additional learning needs.
• Helping pupils access classroom activities and learning.
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Implementing individual learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement.
• Supporting pupils during practical and creative activities.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and other professionals.
• Helping create a calm, safe and positive learning environment.
• Providing personal care where required by the individual role.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour support

Makaton/PECS knowledge

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across specialist and mainstream education settings, supporting pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and additional learning needs.

Opportunities range from flexible day-to-day supply through to long-term roles, ideal for experienced TAs or those transferring from care or youth work. We offer specialist SEND settings and dedicated consultant support.