Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist School

Step Into Teaching Limited

Hinckley

Hybrid

GBP 23,000 - 24,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Step Into Teaching Limited is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Hinckley. You will provide tailored academic, behavioural and pastoral support to pupils with additional needs across subjects.

The role focuses on helping pupils engage with learning, develop confidence and independence, and to collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver effective provision in a safe, nurturing setting.

Qualifications

Degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Criminology or related subject.
Genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs.
Patience, empathy, resilience and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects and activities.
Help manage behaviour positively to promote engagement and emotional regulation.
Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and targets.
Encourage pupils to develop communication, social skills, confidence and independence.
Support pupils with attention, emotional regulation or engagement challenges.
Collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver effective provision.
Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.