SEN Teaching Assistant

I C Talent Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

I C Talent Ltd is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools supporting children and young people with special educational needs. You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and achieve individual goals.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may support pupils one-to-one, in small groups or in the classroom, providing input that encourages communication, interaction, and inclusion, while supporting

Qualifications

• Adequate caring approach for pupils with additional needs.
• Willingness to learn and develop SEN knowledge.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Encourage communication, interaction and independence.
• Support pupils to meet individual targets and EHCP outcomes.
• Create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Team player

Enthusiastic

SEN knowledge

Education

SEN-related qualification (preferred)

Job description

I C Talent is looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join schools supporting children and young people with special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference to pupils' lives, helping them feel supported, included and confident in their learning.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and achieve their individual goals.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or within the classroom. Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and classroom activities
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Encouraging communication, interaction and independence
• Supporting pupils to work towards their individual targets and EHCP outcomes
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Providing personal care where required
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Working closely with teachers, families and other support staff

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and compassionate
• Reliable, enthusiastic and supportive
• Confident working as part of a team
• Passionate about helping children and young people succeed
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Willing to learn and develop their SEN knowledge

Previous SEN experience is desirable, but it's not essential. We welcome applications from people with experience in education, childcare, care, support work, youth work or other people-focused roles.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude and a genuine desire to make a positive difference.