SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support in Specialist School

Aspire People; Telford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Telford. The role is full-time and long-term, with a potential permanent position for the right candidate.

You will support pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH, in a nurturing, inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant teaching support qualification and experience working with SEN pupils, showing patience, empathy and strong communication in a

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 is beneficial.
• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or complex additional needs.
• Patient, calm, empathetic and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong and relevant experience working with children or young people with SEN will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people across mixed age ranges.
• Working within a specialist SEN school setting.
• Supporting pupils with a range of complex and additional needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other learning and developmental needs.
• Supporting pupils with their communication, learning, social and emotional development.
• Helping children and young people to regulate their emotions and manage behaviour positively.
• Supporting pupils with their independence and life skills.
• Utilising sensory spaces, safe spaces and specialist areas within the school.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to meet individual needs.
• Building strong, trusting and positive relationships with pupils.
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching & Learning qualification

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Telford. The role is full-time and long-term, with a potential permanent position for the right candidate.

You will support pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH, in a nurturing, inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant teaching support qualification and experience working with SEN pupils, showing patience, empathy and strong communication in a