Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Chatham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Referral scheme

Market leading pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a specialist SEN school in Chatham to recruit a compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistant on a full-time basis with an immediate start. You will support children with daily learning, emotional wellbeing and routines, building trusting relationships and encouraging independence under supportive guidance from experienced staff.

The role offers CPD, a positive team culture and market-leading pay. An equal opportunities employer, safeguarding and DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN, SEMH or learning difficulties is desirable.
• Understanding of how to support children with additional learning and emotional needs.
• Kind, caring and patient approach to working with children.
• Genuine passion for helping children achieve individual goals.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support children with everyday learning, emotional wellbeing and daily routines.
• Provide reassurance, encouragement and individual support to foster independence.
• Work within a nurturing environment to help children feel valued and confident.

Skills

SEN experience

Emotional support

Child development

Positive relationship building

Tools

CPD access

Job description

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEN school based in Chatham, supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and learning difficulties. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to feel valued, understood and confident in their abilities.

The school is looking to appoint a compassionate and kind SEN Learning Support Assistant on a full-time basis, with an immediate start. The successful SEN Learning Support Assistant will support children with their everyday learning, emotional wellbeing and daily routines, offering reassurance, encouragement and individual support to help them develop important life skills and independence.

The successful SEN Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN, SEMH or learning difficulties is desirable
• An understanding of how to support children with additional learning and emotional needs
• A kind, caring and patient approach to working with children
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their individual goals
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children and staff
• A positive, patient and nurturing attitude

If you are a caring and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.