SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support for Diverse Learners (Ruislip)

Supply Desk; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming school in the Ruislip area. You will work with pupils with additional needs to access the curriculum and build confidence.

Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN settings and a calm, patient approach. The role offers full-time hours and ongoing safeguarding training, with a supportive local consultancy team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is preferred
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and caregivers
• Calm and patient approach to behaviour management
• Understanding safeguarding in education settings
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding training and CPD

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs
• Support pupils with needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating positively in classroom activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, supporting their confidence, self-esteem and independence
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development
• Monitor pupil progress, engagement and wellbeing and share observations with teachers and SENCOs
• Adapt support strategies and learning activities to meet individual pupil needs
• Encourage pupils to participate fully in learning and develop greater independence
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Enthusiastic

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Job description

Supply Desk is recruiting a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming school in the Ruislip area. You will work with pupils with additional needs to access the curriculum and build confidence.

Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN settings and a calm, patient approach. The role offers full-time hours and ongoing safeguarding training, with a supportive local consultancy team.