SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Shrewsbury. You will support children and young people from EYFS through to Key Stage 5, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance.

The role requires flexibility, patience and a nurturing approach to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, across a range of needs including autism, ADHD and SEMH. Long-term, with potential to become permanent.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience in a specialist SEN school or similar setting would be highly beneficial.
• Experience across different age groups would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or complex additional needs.
• Flexible, patient, empathetic and nurturing approach to working with pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong, relevant experience considered if no formal qualification.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people across EYFS to Key Stage 5.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional and personal development.
• Adapting approach to suit different ages, abilities and individual needs.
• Helping pupils develop communication, confidence, independence and life skills.
• Supporting with sensory activities and regulation where appropriate.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to create a safe environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Shrewsbury

Location: Shrewsbury

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

Duration: Long-term, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate

Are you a passionate, patient and flexible SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a specialist SEN school?

Aspire People are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist school in Shrewsbury, supporting children and young people from EYFS through to Key Stage 5.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is nurturing, adaptable and passionate about supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs. No two days are the same, so the ability to be flexible and respond to individual pupils' needs is essential.

The Role

• Supporting children and young people across EYFS to Key Stage 5
• Working within a specialist SEN school setting
• Supporting pupils with a wide range of learning, developmental and additional needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social, emotional and personal development
• Adapting your approach to suit different ages, abilities and individual needs
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other additional needs
• Helping pupils develop their communication, confidence, independence and life skills
• Supporting with sensory activities and regulation where appropriate
• Utilising specialist areas, sensory spaces and safe spaces
• Personal care may be included as part of the role, depending on the individual needs of pupils
• Working closely with teachers, support staff and the wider SEN team
• Building strong, trusting and positive relationships with pupils
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Experience within a specialist SEN school, specialist provision or similar setting would be highly beneficial
• Experience supporting pupils across different age groups would be advantageous
• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or complex additional needs
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
• A flexible and adaptable approach to working with different pupils and age groups
• A patient, calm, empathetic and nurturing nature
• The confidence to support with personal care if required
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• No formal qualification? No problem! Strong and relevant experience working with children or young people with SEN will also be considered.

Why Aspire People?

Aspire People is a specialist education recruitment agency, and I'm Lucy, your local consultant covering the Shropshire area across primary, SEND and nursery settings.

I work closely with schools across the region and can help you find the right opportunity based on your experience and career goals.

Aspire People - connecting great people with great schools.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.