SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support & Flexible Roles

SMART Education Recruitment; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with additional needs in Tamworth and surrounding areas.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, work with pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities, and follow individual plans and EHCP outcomes. A DBS update service is preferred; references covering the last 24 months are required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience within a school, specialist school or SEND education setting.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed.
• References covering your most recent 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities
• Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes
• Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning
• Supporting communication, engagement and interaction
• Encouraging independence and the development of life skills
• Supporting pupils’ social and emotional development
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level
• Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND experience

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Nurturing approach

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

SEND-related qualification

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with additional needs in Tamworth and surrounding areas.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, work with pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities, and follow individual plans and EHCP outcomes. A DBS update service is preferred; references covering the last 24 months are required.