SEN Teaching Assistant

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd; Wellington; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 17 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary setting in the Telford area, supporting pupils with additional needs.

Working with ASC pupils aged 11–16, you will deliver tailored support, help with communication and emotional regulation, and build positive relationships in a structured, safeguarding-focused environment. This is a long-term rolling placement with start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people in a school or SEND setting.
• Genuine interest in autistic pupils and understanding of individual differences.
• Calm, patient and empathetic, especially during communication difficulties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport while maintaining boundaries.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing pupil needs.
• Proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Responsabilités

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist staff with differentiated learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils through patience and consistency.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Help implement individual support plans and strategies for behaviour and learning.
• Recognise and respond to sensory needs, anxiety and distress.
• Encourage independence, resilience and engagement with education.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and other parts of the day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and follow safeguarding policies.

Connaissances

Experience with children

Calm and empathetic

Strong communication

Team player

Safeguarding awareness

Adaptability

Formation

Education/Childcare/SEND qualifications (advantageous)

Description du poste

Teaching Assistant Specialist SEND Provision

Location: Telford area
Contract: Long-term, rolling placement
Start date: 2nd November 2026 / As soon as possible
Hours: Full Time

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist secondary education setting supporting pupils with additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people, promoting inclusion and helping pupils develop the confidence, independence and skills they need to succeed.

Working alongside experienced teaching staff, you will provide tailored support to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them access learning, navigate the school day and develop positive relationships in a structured, supportive environment.

The role is offered on a long-term rolling basis, making it ideal for someone looking for a consistent placement where they can build strong relationships with pupils and become a valued member of the school team.

About the Pupils

The setting supports secondary-aged pupils, primarily between 11 and 16 years old, who have identified additional needs relating to autism, communication and social interaction.

Pupils may benefit from additional support with:

• Communication and interaction: Understanding social cues, expressing their needs and developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Emotional regulation: Managing anxiety, frustration, overwhelming situations and changes to routine.
• Sensory needs: Accessing a learning environment that accommodates individual sensory preferences and sensitivities.
• Learning and engagement: Breaking down tasks, maintaining focus, following instructions and accessing lessons at an appropriate pace.
• Social development and independence: Building confidence, developing life skills and learning to manage everyday situations.

Every pupil is an individual, and the successful candidate will need to adapt their approach to meet different needs, strengths and learning styles.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis, depending on individual requirements.
• Assist teaching staff with delivering engaging, accessible and differentiated learning activities.
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils through patience, consistency and understanding.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Help implement individual support plans and agreed strategies for behaviour and learning.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to sensory needs, anxiety and situations that may cause distress.
• Encourage independence, resilience, confidence and positive engagement with education.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and other parts of the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and follow all safeguarding and school policies.

Essential Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school, SEND provision or specialist setting.
• A genuine interest in supporting autistic pupils and an understanding of individual differences.
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach, particularly when pupils are experiencing difficulties with communication or emotional regulation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build rapport while maintaining clear, consistent and appropriate boundaries.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing situations and individual pupil needs.
• A proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Experience supporting pupils with ASC, communication differences or sensory needs would be particularly beneficial. Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, SEND or autism support would be advantageous.

An enhanced DBS check, including the children's barred list where applicable, and satisfactory references will be required in accordance with safer recruitment procedures.

Why Apply?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who benefit from additional support to access education and develop essential skills.

You will have the opportunity to work within a specialist setting, gain valuable experience supporting pupils with additional needs and build meaningful professional relationships through a long-term placement.

Recruitment note: I've kept the advert anonymous, as requested, and avoided suggesting that every pupil will display challenging behaviour or require personal care. The final duties, hours and start date should be confirmed with the school before publication.