SEN KS3 Teaching Assistant Rugby

justteachers; Rugby; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Rugby is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school with a KS3 class. You will support pupils with a range of additional needs and help them access their education in a safe, structured environment.

The role starts in September 2026 and runs until Christmas 2026, with the potential for an extension if required. The successful candidate will have experience supporting pupils with SEN, a calm, patient and consistent

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN preferred.
• Experience with secondary-aged pupils advantageous.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Resilience and confidence when managing challenging situations.
• Genuine commitment to supporting pupils to achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to pupils with SEN.
• Work alongside the class teacher and wider support team.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions as required.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Implement agreed behaviour and support strategies consistently.
• Encourage positive communication and interpersonal skills.
• Promote independence and self-confidence.

Skills

SEN experience

Classroom support

Behaviour management

Interventions

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school in Rugby. The successful candidate will join a Key Stage 3 class, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them access their education in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence and independence. The position will begin in September 2026 and continue until Christmas 2026, with the potential for an extension if required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to pupils with a range of SEN.
• Work alongside the class teacher and wider support team.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions as required.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Implement agreed behaviour and support strategies consistently.
• Encourage positive communication and interpersonal skills.
• Promote independence and self-confidence.

Pre-requisites:

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN is preferred.
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils would be advantageous.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Resilience and confidence when managing challenging situations.
• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils to achieve their potential