SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a nurturing school environment. You will support children with severe and complex learning needs, collaborating with teachers and therapists to ensure holistic development. This full-time role offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in an education support or care role.
• Desirable: Experience supporting learners with SEN.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their learning, communication, and personal development.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Patience

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Join Our Dedicated Team!

Hours: Full-time, Term-time only, 8:30am-4pm

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with severe and complex learning needs?

Do you want to be part of a dedicated and experienced team in a nurturing and future-focused environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Our school provides specialist education for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, offering a personalised and engaging curriculum tailored to each individual's needs. We foster a collaborative and positive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to support students in their learning, communication, and personal development. Our multi-disciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and a full-time School Nurse, ensures that every pupil's needs are met holistically.

We are proud of our outstanding facilities, which include a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, physiotherapy spaces, sensory gardens, well-equipped outdoor play areas, and more. Learning extends beyond the classroom, with pupils engaging in work experience, community events, and enrichment activities to build confidence and independence.

At the heart of our school is a culture of "relentless positivity", where strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families create a warm, respectful, and inclusive environment. We actively support staff well-being and professional development, ensuring all team members continue to grow and refine their skills.

If you are enthusiastic, patient, and committed to making a difference in the lives of young people with SEND, we encourage you to apply. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a school that values collaboration, creativity, and fun while making a real impact on pupils' lives.

Apply today and become part of our inspiring school community!

Requirements for this role:

-Experience in an education support or care role

-Experience supporting learners with SEN would be desirable.

- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

- Right to work in the UK

If you are ready to join a passionate team in a rewarding and fulfilling role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help change lives in this incredible setting.

If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application then please don't hesitate to apply now! Call Bryony on 01293 527416 if you have any questions regarding this role.

This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.