SEN Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs & Autism

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEN training

Possible permanent contract

Small class sizes

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Trowbridge seeks a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs, including Autism, in a full-time educational setting.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, and close collaboration with teachers and therapists in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will work with pupils with ASC, SLD, PMLD and communication needs, helping with learning, wellbeing and independence.

Qualifications

• All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism, severe learning difficulties and complex additional needs
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning and care plans
• Assist with communication, social interaction and engagement in learning activities
• Support pupils with sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, nurses and wider multidisciplinary teams
• Encourage independence and celebrate individual progress
• Support positive behaviour through a nurturing, person-centred approach
• Assist with personal care where required

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs & Autism

Trowbridge | Full-Time | £92-£105 per day | Immediate Start

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can support children and young people with complex needs to achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting supporting pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), communication needs, sensory needs, and complex medical requirements.

This is an opportunity to work in a highly supportive environment where every small achievement is celebrated, and where you can make a genuine impact on the lives of children and young people.

Whether you have previous SEN experience or come from a care, support work, youth work, healthcare or coaching background, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils with Autism, severe learning difficulties and complex additional needs
Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning and care plans
Assist with communication, social interaction and engagement in learning activities
Support pupils with sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
Work closely with teachers, therapists, nurses and wider multidisciplinary teams
Encourage independence and celebrate individual progress
Support positive behaviour through a nurturing, person-centred approach
Assist with personal care where required

Ideal Backgrounds

We welcome applications from:

SEN Teaching Assistants
Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)
Support Workers
Care Workers
Residential Childcare Practitioners
Healthcare Assistants
Youth Workers
Mental Health Support Workers
Nursery Practitioners
Sports Coaches
Psychology Graduates
Health & Social Care Graduates
Education Graduates

Why Apply?

£92-£105 per day
Full-time opportunity with potential for a permanent contract
Specialist SEN and complex needs training
Work alongside experienced therapists and specialist practitioners
Small class sizes and excellent staffing ratios
Supportive leadership and experienced SEN teams
Gain valuable experience for careers in:

Educational Psychology
Speech & Language Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Teaching
Social Work
Clinical Psychology
Nursing

The Ideal Candidate

Patient, caring and empathetic
Comfortable supporting pupils with complex additional needs
Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning
Able to build positive and trusting relationships
Adaptable and proactive
Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
No previous school experience is essential. We value transferable skills, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference and gain specialist SEN experience in a highly rewarding setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to speak with our specialist education team about this exciting opportunity.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

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