SEMH & ADHD SEN Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Role

First for Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Long-term stability

Specialist SEN training and CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

First for Education are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Telford, supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD and Challenging Behaviour.

This is a full-time, long-term role, working with pupils who require additional support with learning, communication and personal development. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO, access specialist training and CPD opportunities, and be part of a supportive team in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an SEN setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, ADHD and challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication, patience and resilience.
• Ability to build positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Proactive and adaptable approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist with both learning activities and personal development.
• Support pupils with communication, behaviour and engagement.
• Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Resilience

1:1 support

Job description

First for Education are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Telford, supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD and Challenging Behaviour.

This is a full-time, long-term role, working with pupils who require additional support with learning, communication and personal development. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO, access specialist training and CPD opportunities, and be part of a supportive team in a structured environment.