SEN Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small Groups Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Telford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Telford (TF3) is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school during term time. This role focuses on providing support to pupils with a range of needs in a nurturing environment.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, assist with lessons, build positive relationships, and work with teachers, SEND staff and parents to help pupils access the curriculum. Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN/SEND or autism.
• Patient, calm, compassionate and resilient.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Confident supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support children with SEND, autism, communication difficulties, behavioural needs and additional learning needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom to help them access the curriculum.
• Assist teachers with delivering engaging lessons and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop social, emotional and communication skills.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff, therapists and parents to support individual education and development plans.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to become more independent and develop essential life and learning skills.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Telford (TF3) is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school during term time. This role focuses on providing support to pupils with a range of needs in a nurturing environment.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, assist with lessons, build positive relationships, and work with teachers, SEND staff and parents to help pupils access the curriculum. Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience is desirable.