SEN TA

Academics; Bath; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, to support children aged 5-16 with Autism, learning difficulties, SEMH needs, and other barriers. You will work in a specialist setting, assisting teachers and therapists to deliver tailored learning plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role offers opportunities to gain practical experience in education and SEN, with ongoing training and mentoring, full-time hours, and development prospects.

Responsibilities

• Help children participate in lessons and activities.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage communication and positive social interaction.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour throughout the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to deliver and monitor learning plans.

Skills

Caring nature

Patience

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate or recent graduate

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential? Whether you're considering a career in education, psychology, therapy, counselling, or mental health, this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a specialist setting.

A specialist school in Trowbridge is looking for a caring, patient, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team. The school works with children aged 5-16 who have a range of additional needs, including Autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, communication challenges, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

In this role, you'll play an important part in helping children engage with their education and develop their confidence and independence. Working both individually and with small groups, you'll provide tailored support based on each child's unique needs and learning style.

Your responsibilities will include helping children participate in lessons, adapting activities where required, encouraging communication and positive social interaction, and supporting children with emotional regulation and behaviour throughout the school day. You'll work as part of a wider multidisciplinary team, collaborating with teachers and specialist professionals to deliver individual learning plans and monitor children's development.

This position also provides the opportunity to learn from experienced education and SEN professionals, giving you a valuable insight into the different approaches used to support children with complex and additional needs.

Who Would Suit This Role?

This opportunity would be particularly well suited to graduates or individuals who are considering a future career in:

• Teaching and education
• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Counselling
• Social Work
• Mental health and child development

The practical experience gained in this SEN Teaching Assistant position can be highly beneficial when applying for further study, training programmes, or future roles within these fields.

Key Benefits

• Develop practical experience working with children with Autism and additional needs.
• Build your understanding of learning difficulties, communication needs, and SEMH.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, psychologists, and experienced SEN professionals.
• Develop transferable skills in communication, behaviour management, safeguarding, and emotional support.
• Receive ongoing training, guidance, and mentoring.
• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
• Daily rate of £85-£110.
• Based in Trowbridge, Wiltshire.
• Opportunity for continued professional development and career progression.

Why Become an SEN Teaching Assistant?

Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant can be incredibly rewarding. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's day-to-day experiences while helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

No two days will be the same. From helping a child overcome a learning challenge to encouraging greater independence or supporting them through a difficult moment, your contribution can have a meaningful impact on their development.

If you're looking for a role that combines professional development with the opportunity to support children who need additional guidance, this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Trowbridge could be an excellent next step.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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