Empowering Special Education Assistant (SEND/SEMH)

Sunrise Academy; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Academy in Lowestoft invites applications for a caring Special Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver classroom support, assist with learning activities and monitor progress, helping students build confidence and resilience.

The role focuses on creating a positive, inclusive learning environment, fostering engagement, social skills and emotional wellbeing, with duties that may include personal

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, ideally within a SEND or SEMH setting.
• Patient, empathetic and able to build positive relationships with students.
• Able to support learning and promote positive behaviour throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist with learning activities.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with personal care as required and supervise breaks and lunchtimes.

Job description

Sunrise Academy in Lowestoft invites applications for a caring Special Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver classroom support, assist with learning activities and monitor progress, helping students build confidence and resilience.

The role focuses on creating a positive, inclusive learning environment, fostering engagement, social skills and emotional wellbeing, with duties that may include personal