SEN Teaching Assistant - complex needs

TN United Kingdom; Dudley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring and compassionate team as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Dudley, where you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with complex needs. This role involves providing tailored support to students with severe learning disabilities, emotional challenges, and sensory needs. You will collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure that each child's unique requirements are met, creating a nurturing environment for learning. If you are passionate about helping children thrive and are ready to embrace a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Meaningful work

Safe and nurturing environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in settings supporting children with autism and learning difficulties.
• Ability to adapt to each child's unique needs.

Responsibilities

• Support individual learning by working 1-1 with students.
• Assist with communication needs and manage behaviour positively.

Skills

Experience with children with complex needs

Strong communication skills

Patient and understanding approach

Proactive attitude

Education

Qualification in supporting teaching and learning (Level 2 or 3)

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant - complex needs, Dudley

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Dudley, United Kingdom

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Education

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Prospero Teaching is working with an SEN school based in Dudley that is looking for a caring, compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team supporting pupils with complex needs.

If you are experienced and motivated to help pupils with autism, communication difficulties, sensory needs, and emotional challenges, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils who have a wide range of complex needs, including:

• Severe learning disabilities
• Emotional and behavioural challenges
• Physical disabilities
• Medical conditions requiring specialist care

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individual learning by working 1-1 with students, providing tailored support to help them understand lessons and participate in activities.
• Assisting with communication needs, helping students with speech and language difficulties communicate effectively using various strategies.
• Supporting behavioural and emotional needs, managing behaviour positively and constructively.
• Assisting with sensory needs, supporting sensory breaks or creating sensory-friendly environments.
• Supporting personal care for students requiring assistance.
• Collaborating with teachers and support staff to monitor and share students' progress, ensuring their needs are met across all areas of school life.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with complex needs is essential. You should have worked in similar settings supporting children with autism, sensory needs, or learning difficulties.
• A patient, understanding, and flexible approach is key to adapt to each child's unique needs.
• A positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to think quickly and adapt to challenges.
• Strong communication skills, especially with students who may have limited verbal communication, using alternative methods as needed.
• A qualification in supporting teaching and learning (such as Level 2 or 3) or equivalent is required.

Why Work With Us:

• Meaningful work where you can make a real difference in children's lives.
• A supportive, close-knit team where everyone's contributions are valued.
• A safe and nurturing environment designed to meet the needs of children with complex requirements.

If you are passionate about working with children with complex needs and are ready to join an inspiring team, apply now or contact Cat at Prospero Teaching on 07442 895832.