SEN Teaching Assistant - Gloucester

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Gloucester is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs in a specialist school in Gloucester.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning, and promoting communication, social skills and emotional wellbeing; you will work closely with teachers and specialist staff.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a daily rate of £90–£105 and ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or graduate.
• Patient, nurturing and enthusiastic.
• Interest in education, psychology, therapy or specialist support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group classroom support.
• Help pupils access learning and develop independence.
• Support communication, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Use positive behaviour and restorative approaches.
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Small groups

Patience & nurturing

Team collaboration

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Gloucester

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Do you want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

A welcoming specialist school in Gloucester is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join its team full time. The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, communication difficulties, learning needs, sensory needs and social, emotional and mental health challenges.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group classroom support.


• Help pupils access learning and develop independence.


• Support communication, social skills and emotional wellbeing.


• Use positive behaviour and restorative approaches.


• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or graduate who wants to build a career in education, Psychology, therapy or specialist support. You will gain hands-on experience in a supportive SEN setting and develop skills in communication, behaviour support and inclusive learning.

The school is looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who is patient, nurturing and enthusiastic. Previous experience with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial, but personal experience and a genuine passion for helping young people are also valued.

Key information:

• SEN Teaching Assistant


• Gloucester


• Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm


• 90 to 105 per day


• ASAP Start


• Specialist SEN setting

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.