Long-Term SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support

Senploy; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury. The role is full-time and long-term, providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD, ADHD and complex learning needs, including visual impairments.

You will work with teachers and therapists using multisensory approaches, supporting communication, independence and EHCP outcomes, and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment. ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential
• Experience working with ASD, ADHD and complex additional needs would be highly desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with visual impairments would be highly desirable
• Confident providing dedicated 1:1 SEN support
• Experience within a specialist SEN school, resource provision or mainstream SEN setting would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, Eye Gaze technology and sensory communication strategies would be beneficial
• Understanding of emotional regulation, sensory processing and individual learning needs
• Personal care experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available to start ASAP

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, complex learning needs and visual impairments
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and communication needs
• Support pupils with sensory processing and emotional regulation
• Use visual, tactile and multisensory approaches to make learning accessible
• Encourage communication, social interaction and positive relationships
• Support pupils with mobility, independence and daily routines where appropriate
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
• Use specialist communication strategies and assistive technology where appropriate
• Support pupils during sensory-based and practical learning activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Small-group instruction

Communication support

Team collaboration

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Eye Gaze

Job description

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury. The role is full-time and long-term, providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD, ADHD and complex learning needs, including visual impairments.

You will work with teachers and therapists using multisensory approaches, supporting communication, independence and EHCP outcomes, and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment. ASAP start.