SEN Teaching Assistant — Empower SEND Pupils

Aspire People; Coalville; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing support from Aspire People

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Aspire People are partnering with a school in Coalville to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN, assist teachers with activities, and adapt learning tasks to meet individual needs in an inclusive classroom.

This full-time, Monday–Friday role offers a competitive daily rate of £105 and ongoing support from Aspire People to help you develop skills and make a positive difference in pupils’ education.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.
• Experience supporting children with different learning needs, communication difficulties or behavioural challenges.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach, with the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• The ability to adapt your approach to suit individual needs and learning styles.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous, as would experience working within a specialist SEND setting or delivering targeted learning interventions.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and adapting learning tasks to meet individual needs.
• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH needs.
• Encouraging children to develop their communication, social interaction, confidence and independence.
• Helping pupils manage their emotions and behaviour through positive, consistent and supportive strategies.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils to help them feel safe and engaged in their learning.
• Monitoring pupil progress and sharing relevant observations with teachers to inform future support.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to provide consistent, tailored support.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Following safeguarding procedures and supporting pupils' overall wellbeing and personal development.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Safeguarding commitment

Ability to adapt teaching

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Experience in SEND setting

Job description

Aspire People are partnering with a school in Coalville to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN, assist teachers with activities, and adapt learning tasks to meet individual needs in an inclusive classroom.

This full-time, Monday–Friday role offers a competitive daily rate of £105 and ongoing support from Aspire People to help you develop skills and make a positive difference in pupils’ education.