Empowering SEN Teaching Assistant for SEND Support

SMART Education Recruitment; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay (£95–£109.25)

Flexible working options

Long-term and day-to-day assignments

Support in SEND settings

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Telford. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning and develop new skills.

You will work with pupils with Autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, following EHCPs and using structured learning strategies to build confidence and independence. A collaborative team environment is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist setting or SEND education environment.
• Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs.
• Ability to provide references for your most recent 24 months.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting pupils with Autism and communication challenges
• Supporting pupils with learning disabilities, SLD, PMLD, and complex needs
• Helping pupils as guided by EHCPs and individual support plans
• Using visual, sensory and structured learning strategies
• Fostering communication, interaction and engagement
• Developing pupil independence and life skills
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapting activities and resources for individual needs
• Collaborating closely with teachers and other professionals
• Providing consistent, nurturing support
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

group support

communication skills

team player

patience

resilience

behaviour management

Education

TA qualifications desirable

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Telford. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning and develop new skills.

You will work with pupils with Autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, following EHCPs and using structured learning strategies to build confidence and independence. A collaborative team environment is offered.