SEN Classroom Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Bury; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 17 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Bury is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 with autism and SEND in a specialist secondary setting. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help students access learning and develop essential skills.

The role focuses on delivering individualized support, promoting communication and emotional wellbeing, and contributing to a nurturing, inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive and progress towards independence.

Qualifications

• Experienced working within a school, education or youth support setting.
• Confident supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly autism and communication needs.
• Calm, patient and able to respond positively to challenges.
• An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with students and colleagues.
• Proactive, adaptable and committed to delivering high-quality support.

Responsabilités

• Support students during lessons and adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage communication, social development and independence throughout the school day.
• Build positive relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement.
• Support emotional wellbeing and help students regulate their emotions effectively.
• Implement learning and support strategies in line with EHCP targets.
• Assist with classroom preparation, interventions and structured activities.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistency and a therapeutic approach.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to achieve the best outcomes.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive school environment.

Description du poste

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential?

A specialist secondary school in Bury is seeking a caring, motivated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. The school supports pupils aged 11-16 with autism and social, communication and interaction needs, providing a structured and nurturing environment where students can grow in confidence, independence and academic achievement.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and specialist staff, you will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop essential life skills and engage positively in their education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students during lessons and adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Encouraging communication, social development and independence throughout the school day
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and helping students regulate their emotions effectively
• Implementing individual learning and support strategies in line with EHCP targets
• Assisting with classroom preparation, interventions and structured learning activities
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistency, patience and a therapeutic approach
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to provide the best outcomes for students
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced working within a school, education or youth support setting
• Confident supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly autism and communication needs
• Calm, patient and able to respond positively to challenges
• An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with students and colleagues
• Proactive, adaptable and committed to delivering high-quality support
• Passionate about helping young people develop academically, socially and emotionally
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

Here are some features of the role:

• A welcoming and supportive specialist education setting
• Small class sizes and a personalised approach to learning
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Guidance and support from experienced teaching and leadership teams
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
• A rewarding role supporting students as they prepare for future success and independence

If you are looking for an opportunity where your support can genuinely transform young people's educational experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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