Impactful SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist Secondary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated SEN consultant support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-19 with a range of SEND in a specialist secondary school in Sheffield. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with social, emotional and communication development, and help maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Training will be provided where required, with a supportive SEN consultant from Tradewind.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient when working with pupils with complex needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships and adapt approach to individual pupils.
• Willingness to undertake training for personal care needs if required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support teaching staff to deliver engaging, accessible learning activities.
• Assist pupils with social, emotional and communication development.
• Support positive behaviour and help pupils regulate emotions.
• Provide personal care and hygiene support where required.
• Assist with moving and handling following training.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

SEND experience

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-19 with a range of SEND in a specialist secondary school in Sheffield. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with social, emotional and communication development, and help maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Training will be provided where required, with a supportive SEN consultant from Tradewind.