SEN Teaching Assistant - Empower Students to Thrive

Teach; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive environment

Meaningful impact

Recruitment team support

Skill development

Longer-term opportunities

Job summary

Teach is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start in Telford. You will support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, working closely with teaching staff to maintain a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.

The role requires prior SEN experience, 1:1 or small-group support, a calm, patient approach, and strong communication. Safeguarding knowledge and a collaborative mindset are essential, with DBS checks completed on appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small-group basis.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence to work with teachers, support staff and families.
• Positive attitude to behaviour and learning.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.
• Strong safeguarding awareness and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to create a positive, engaging learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Calm demeanor

Adaptive support

Communication

Team collaboration

Safeguarding

Job description

Teach is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start in Telford. You will support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, working closely with teaching staff to maintain a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.

The role requires prior SEN experience, 1:1 or small-group support, a calm, patient approach, and strong communication. Safeguarding knowledge and a collaborative mindset are essential, with DBS checks completed on appointment.