SEN Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support a pupil with SEN reintegrating into the classroom in Accrington, Lancashire. You will promote academic, social and emotional development, working closely with the teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies and monitor progress.

In this role you will demonstrate patience, empathy and clear communication, participate in safeguarding checks, and contribute to feedback and ongoing classroom support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN is required.
• Ability to work as part of a team with teachers and SENCO.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEN.
• Assist with learning, behaviour and social integration.
• Work with the teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies.
• Monitor progress and report feedback to the team.

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

SEN support

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to provide one-to-one support for a child with additional needs who is being reintegrated into the classroom. You will work closely with the child to support their academic, social, and emotional development, helping them engage fully in school life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEN.
• Assist with learning, behaviour, and social integration.
• Work with the teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies and support.
• Monitor progress and report feedback.

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience working with SEN children
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:

All applicants are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) following our safeguarding policy.

Your CV should cover the last 10 years of employment, including explanations for any employment breaks. You must hold legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.

About Us:

Veritas Education works with a variety of schools across Lancashire, providing teaching placements at the primary, secondary, and college levels, as well as support staff positions.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community