SEN Teaching Assistant — Impactful Support for Complex Needs

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Penzance; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

generous leave entitlements

pension scheme

health/wellbeing tools

training & development

career pathways

opportunities to feel valued

Job summary

Nancealverne School in Penzance is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 3-19 with moderate to complex learning needs. You will work closely with teachers, support staff and multi-agency partners to meet diverse needs and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role may involve personal care and supporting pupils with physical needs, with training provided in Safeguarding, Team Teach and medical protocols to support our learners effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
• Experience with primary age children or individuals with PMLD is desirable but not essential.
• Be warm, empathetic and resilient.
• Team player who builds strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Brings energy, patience and purpose to the role.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers, support staff and multi-agency professionals to meet the diverse needs of pupils.
• Role may involve personal care and supporting pupils with physical needs.
• Help manage challenging behaviour.
• Receive comprehensive training, including Safeguarding, Team Teach, and medical/care protocols (epilepsy and feeding).

Skills

Experience with additional needs

Experience with primary aged children

Warm, empathetic and resilient

Team player and relationship builder

Committed to professional development

Energy, patience and purpose

Job description

Nancealverne School in Penzance is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 3-19 with moderate to complex learning needs. You will work closely with teachers, support staff and multi-agency partners to meet diverse needs and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role may involve personal care and supporting pupils with physical needs, with training provided in Safeguarding, Team Teach and medical protocols to support our learners effectively.