Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Shirebrook; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

CPD courses

Referral scheme - £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant in Shirebrook to support students with Autism/ASD, ADHD, and complex needs. The role involves 1:1 and small group support, adapting lessons to enable access to learning, and promoting positive behaviour within the classroom.

The school emphasizes an inclusive environment with dedicated staff and ongoing CPD opportunities. Immediate start available on a full-time, temporary basis, with market-leading pay and staff support from a 24/7

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly ASD/ADHD or communication difficulties.
• Experience providing 1:1 or small group support within a school or specialist setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills and ability to adapt to individual learning needs.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Adapt learning activities to support access to learning.
• Support positive behaviour and classroom management in line with school policies.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patient & resilient

Job description

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Shirebrook

Start Date: Immediate Start

Are you a passionate SEND Learning Support Assistant who enjoys making a positive difference to the lives of young people with additional needs?

Do you have experience supporting students with Autism / ASD, ADHD, complex needs or communication difficulties?

Are you patient, resilient and confident in supporting students who require additional assistance to access their learning?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND comprehensive school based in Shirebrook, supporting students with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. The setting focuses on providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment, helping young people develop their confidence, independence and academic abilities.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, temporary basis, with an immediate start available. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to provide 1:1 and small group support for students with Autism / ASD, ADHD, complex learning needs and communication difficulties, adapting learning activities and supporting positive behaviour within the classroom.

The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly ASD, ADHD, complex needs or communication difficulties
• Experience providing 1:1 or small group support within a school or specialist education setting
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to adapt to individual learning needs
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• A patient, caring and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

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

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.