SEN Teaching Assistant

Education Matters Group; Molesey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters Group is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs at a primary school in the West Molesey area on a long-term basis.

The role focuses on helping children with autism, ADHD and related challenges develop confidence, independence and learning skills, while collaborating with the class teacher to deliver inclusive activities and nurture positive behaviour in a safe classroom.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• Good understanding of autism, ADHD and other SEN needs.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils one-to-one or in small groups.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist children with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and other SEN requirements.
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional development.
• Adapt learning resources to accommodate individual abilities and needs.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

SEN support

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Patience

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant who enjoys making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional learning needs?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a primary school in the West Molesey area on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is patient, understanding and passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) develop their confidence, independence and learning abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assist children with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and other SEN requirements.
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional development.
• Adapt learning resources to accommodate individual abilities and needs.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and supportive classroom environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• A good understanding of autism, ADHD and other additional learning needs.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference in their education,