SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury. The role is full-time and long-term, providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD, ADHD and complex learning needs, including visual impairments.

You will work with teachers and therapists using multisensory approaches, supporting communication, independence and EHCP outcomes, and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment. ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential
• Experience working with ASD, ADHD and complex additional needs would be highly desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with visual impairments would be highly desirable
• Confident providing dedicated 1:1 SEN support
• Experience within a specialist SEN school, resource provision or mainstream SEN setting would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, Eye Gaze technology and sensory communication strategies would be beneficial
• Understanding of emotional regulation, sensory processing and individual learning needs
• Personal care experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available to start ASAP

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, complex learning needs and visual impairments
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and communication needs
• Support pupils with sensory processing and emotional regulation
• Use visual, tactile and multisensory approaches to make learning accessible
• Encourage communication, social interaction and positive relationships
• Support pupils with mobility, independence and daily routines where appropriate
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
• Use specialist communication strategies and assistive technology where appropriate
• Support pupils during sensory-based and practical learning activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Small-group instruction

Communication support

Team collaboration

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Eye Gaze

Job description

• - Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm


• - Start Date: ASAP


• - Contract: Long-Term

Long Term Futures are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist SEN school in Shrewsbury.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting children and young people with a range of complex special educational needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, visual impairments, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.

The successful candidate will have strong experience providing 1:1 and small-group SEN support, adapting their approach to meet individual needs and helping pupils develop communication, independence and confidence.

You will work closely with experienced teaching staff and specialist professionals within a supportive environment equipped with dedicated sensory and therapeutic learning facilities.

Responsibilities

• - Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support


• - Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, complex learning needs and visual impairments


• - Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and communication needs


• - Support pupils with sensory processing and emotional regulation


• - Use visual, tactile and multisensory approaches to make learning accessible


• - Encourage communication, social interaction and positive relationships


• - Support pupils with mobility, independence and daily routines where appropriate


• - Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes


• - Use specialist communication strategies and assistive technology where appropriate


• - Support pupils during sensory-based and practical learning activities


• - Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider support staff


• - Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

What the School is Looking For

• - Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential


• - Experience working with ASD, ADHD and complex additional needs


• - Experience supporting pupils with visual impairments would be highly desirable


• - Confidence providing dedicated 1:1 SEN support


• - Experience within a specialist SEN school, resource provision or mainstream SEN setting


• - Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, Eye Gaze technology and sensory communication strategies would be beneficial


• - Understanding of emotional regulation, sensory processing and individual learning needs


• - Personal care experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as personal care is not required for this role


• - A patient, resilient and adaptable approach


• - Strong communication and teamwork skills


• - Available to start ASAP

About the School

• - Supports children and young people with a wide range of moderate, severe, profound and complex learning needs


• - Provides specialist education across different age groups, including primary, secondary and post-16 provision


• - Offers personalised learning pathways tailored to pupils' abilities, development and EHCP outcomes


• - Excellent specialist facilities, including sensory rooms, soft play areas, a hydrotherapy pool and outdoor learning spaces


• - Access to specialist equipment, including Eye Gaze technology and sensory regulation resources


• - Strong focus on developing communication, independence and essential life skills


• - Collaborative approach involving teachers, therapists and specialist support professionals


• - Nurturing and inclusive environment where individual progress is recognised and celebrated


• - Part of an established Multi-Academy Trust, providing opportunities for professional development

All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.

Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.