Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

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

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Blackburn is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a full-time role in a school’s SEN provision.

You will support pupils with high additional needs through 1:1 and small group work, helping them engage and progress in a safe, positive setting. The role requires patience, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs; you will work alongside teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to implement tailored learning plans and

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with high additional needs.
• Experience working within an SEN school, SEN provision, 1:1 support role, care setting, support worker role, or residential setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with a range of complex SEN needs within the school's SEN provision.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Assisting children with communication, social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Team player

Job description

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Location: Blackburn

Start Date: After October Half Term

Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity?

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient individual to join a supportive school SEN provision, working with children who have high additional needs. This is a full-time role for someone who is committed to helping pupils reach their full potential through tailored support and positive relationships.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with a range of complex SEN needs within the school's SEN provision.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Assisting children with communication, social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children with high additional needs.
• Experience working within an SEN school, SEN provision, 1:1 support role, care setting, support worker role, or residential setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Desirable:

• Team Teach, MAPA or other behaviour management training.
• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or complex learning needs.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or Care qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who require specialist support, working alongside an experienced and dedicated SEN team.