Nursery Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join the Rainbow Room in Dewsbury, Wakefield. You will support pupils with additional needs, helping to create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Working closely with teachers and staff, you will deliver personalised activities, support in small groups and one-to-one, and promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing. A patient, empathetic and enthusiastic approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Support pupils with additional needs, including communication and sensory needs.
• Deliver personalised learning activities in small groups and one-to-one.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in Rainbow Room settings.
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities in small groups and one-to-one.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Rainbow Room

Dewsbury, Wakefield

We are looking for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team in Dewsbury, Wakefield, working within their nurturing Rainbow Room provision.

This role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, helping to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver tailored support, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including communication and sensory needs
• Assist in delivering personalised learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Help create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment

We are looking for someone who

• Is patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic
• Has experience working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Is committed to making a difference in childrens lives

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated team making a real impact every day.