SEN TA

TimePlan Education Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Specialist educational setting

Support from TimePlan Education consul

Gain valuable SEN experience

Job summary

TimePlan Education is recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs in a specialist school. You will work with teachers to provide tailored support, fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

The ideal candidate is patient, caring and passionate about SEN, with strong communication and teamwork skills. DBS checks apply, and TimePlan Education consultants provide ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm, positive and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to promoting pupils' wellbeing, development and independence.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning and engagement in classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and communication development.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and confidence.
• Assist with daily routines and personal care where necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team.
• Adapt approach to meet individual pupils' needs.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist School

TimePlan Education | Full-Time Opportunity | Competitive Pay

TimePlan Education is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist school supporting pupils with special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and reach their full potential in a supportive and nurturing environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs. You will help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and engagement in classroom activities.


• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.


• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and communication development.


• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and confidence.


• Assisting with daily routines and personal care where necessary.


• Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team.


• Adapting your approach to meet individual pupils' needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a patient, caring and nurturing approach.


• Is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs.


• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Can remain calm, positive and adaptable in challenging situations.


• Is committed to promoting pupils' wellbeing, development and independence.


• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable, but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.


• A rewarding opportunity within a specialist educational setting.


• Support from a dedicated TimePlan Education consultant.


• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within SEN education.

All applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable.