Empowering SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Real Difference

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Long-term and day-to-day assignments

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people in Telford.

The role involves providing personalised 1:1 and group assistance, helping pupils access learning, communication and independence, and collaborating with teachers to implement EHCP plans. Opportunities include full-time, part-time and flexible schedules across Telford and surrounding areas, with competitive daily pay and the chance to grow SEND specialist skills in a

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 Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

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 support

1:1 & small-group support

Autism support

Communication skills

Team player

Enhanced DBS

Education

TA or SEND-related qualifications

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people in Telford.

The role involves providing personalised 1:1 and group assistance, helping pupils access learning, communication and independence, and collaborating with teachers to implement EHCP plans. Opportunities include full-time, part-time and flexible schedules across Telford and surrounding areas, with competitive daily pay and the chance to grow SEND specialist skills in a