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Aspire People; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Make a difference for children

Training and professional development

Specialist SEN setting

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with SEMH, autism, ADHD and trauma in a specialist setting at Stottesdon. The role runs 08:30–16:30 and is full-time, with a focus on building confidence, emotional regulation and positive relationships.

You will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to create a safe, nurturing learning environment and help students develop independence and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient and compassionate.
• Calm and confident when supporting children experiencing emotional or behavioural difficulties.
• Understanding of neurodiversity and the different ways children communicate and learn.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils.
• A good team player with excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience working with children with SEMH, autism, ADHD or trauma is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with SEMH, autism, ADHD and trauma/attachment-related needs.
• Help pupils manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Support pupils with their learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Use calm, consistent and nurturing approaches when responding to challenging behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support individual needs.
• Contribute to a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism, ADHD & Trauma

Location: Stottesdon

Hours: 08.30 - 16.30

Contract: Full-Time

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our specialist setting, supporting children with a range of additional needs including SEMH, autism, ADHD and trauma-related needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children develop confidence, emotional regulation, independence and positive relationships.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with SEMH, autism, ADHD and trauma/attachment-related needs.
• Help pupils manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Support pupils with their learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Use calm, consistent and nurturing approaches when responding to challenging behaviour.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support individual needs.
• Contribute to a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

About You

• Patient, resilient and compassionate.
• Calm and confident when supporting children experiencing emotional or behavioural difficulties.
• Understanding of neurodiversity and the different ways children communicate and learn.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils.
• A good team player with excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience working with children with SEMH, autism, ADHD or trauma is highly desirable.

Driving Requirement

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role.
• The setting is not served by public transport, so applicants must be able to travel to and from the school independently.

What We Offer

• A supportive and nurturing working environment.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives.
• Experience working within a specialist SEN setting.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding role within a dedicated team.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and believe you can make a positive difference, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks