SEN Teaching Assistant — Flexible Hours in SEND

SMART Education Recruitment; Birchmoor; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in Tamworth and surrounding areas. You will work closely with teachers to provide individualised 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils with autism, communication needs and learning difficulties to access learning.

This role offers long-term, day-to-day and flexible assignments, with opportunities in specialist SEND settings.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist school or SEND education setting.
• Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs is desirable.
• Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities.
• Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes.
• Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning.
• Supporting communication, engagement and interaction.
• Encouraging independence and the development of life skills.
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level.
• Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

SEND-related qualification desirable

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in Tamworth and surrounding areas. You will work closely with teachers to provide individualised 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils with autism, communication needs and learning difficulties to access learning.

This role offers long-term, day-to-day and flexible assignments, with opportunities in specialist SEND settings.