SEN TA

Empowering Learning Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Reddish, SK5 is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support to pupils with special educational needs in a specialist setting. You will work closely with teaching staff to promote inclusive learning and positive behavioural approaches, ensuring a safe and engaging classroom environment.

The role offers consistent hours, Monday to Friday, with a full-time contract and the opportunity to contribute to children’s development within a supportive school

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Confident supporting pupils with a range of needs.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Passionate about making a genuine difference to children's lives.
• Experience in SEN/specialist setting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional and special educational needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Assist pupils with learning, development and communication.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers and other members of the support team.
• Create a calm, safe and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication

Team player

Resilience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Reddish, SK5

Location: Reddish, SK5

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm

Pay: £16.78 per hour

Contract: Full-time

Are you a passionate and patient SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist low-level SEN school in Reddish (SK5). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and helping them achieve their full potential.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils and teaching staff to provide individualised support, encourage positive behaviour and help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with additional and special educational needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Assisting pupils with their learning, development and communication
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Working closely with teachers and other members of the support team
• Creating a calm, safe and supportive classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced working with children or young people with SEN
• Patient, compassionate and resilient
• Confident supporting pupils with a range of needs
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A strong communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a genuine difference to children's lives
• Previous experience within an SEN, specialist school or similar setting is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• £16.78 per hour
• Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
• Full-time, consistent hours
• Opportunity to work within a specialist SEN setting
• Supportive school environment
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference