SEN Primary Teaching Assistant: 1:1 Support & Growth

Aspire People; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Placement variety

Consultant support

SEN education experience

Recruitment opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils (4–11) in Peterborough. Join a specialist SEN school and help children with a range of needs, including autism and learning difficulties, to engage and progress in a caring environment.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist teachers with differentiated activities, and foster communication, independence and social skills while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEN is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with autism or learning difficulties is advantageous.
• A patient, caring and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Support early development, communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Encourage participation in sensory, practical and play-based learning activities.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work with teachers and staff to ensure pupils receive the best support.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism support

Patience

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils (4–11) in Peterborough. Join a specialist SEN school and help children with a range of needs, including autism and learning difficulties, to engage and progress in a caring environment.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist teachers with differentiated activities, and foster communication, independence and social skills while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom culture.