SEN Teaching Assistant: Enable Every Child to Thrive

Long-term Teachers Ltd; Penzance; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to exclusive opportunities

Flexible pay options

Guaranteed pay scheme

Interview preparation and expert/adice

Dedicated onboarding support

Free professional development courses

Job summary

Long-term Teachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2 in a full-time, ongoing role. You will work closely with class teachers and support staff to provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support, helping children access learning and develop independence.

We value a caring, patient and flexible approach, with a focus on inclusion and building meaningful relationships.

Qualifications

• Patient and compassionate, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Experienced in working with children, ideally within an SEN or mainstream school setting.
• Flexible and adaptable to support pupils across different year groups and learning environments.
• Confident and encouraging, with the ability to support a range of learning, behavioural and emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised one-to-one support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Support children's academic progress, communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Work alongside class teachers to deliver engaging, accessible and inclusive lessons.
• Provide flexible classroom support across KS1 and KS2, adapting to the needs of different pupils and year groups.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to suit individual abilities, interests and learning styles.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, resilience and self-confidence.
• Support pupils with classroom routines, transitions and day-to-day learning activities.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, teachers and fellow support staff.

Skills

Patient and compassionate

Experience with children

Flexible and adaptable

Confident and encouraging

Strong team player

Proactive and reliable

Committed to inclusion

Job description

Long-term Teachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2 in a full-time, ongoing role. You will work closely with class teachers and support staff to provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support, helping children access learning and develop independence.

We value a caring, patient and flexible approach, with a focus on inclusion and building meaningful relationships.