SEN Teaching Assistant - In-Home & Community Support

SENse Learning; Cherwell District; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid/Remote options

Referral programme

Guidance for self-employment

Job summary

SENse Learning in the UK is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for young people with SEND, in homes, community settings, and with schools where appropriate.

You will build confidence, support emotional regulation, and develop life skills through holistic, student-centred activities, using trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies to meet diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 2 years of experience working with children or young people with complex additional needs (e.g. ASC, ADHD, SEMH, EBSA, trauma, PDA, mental health)
• Background: Ideal for Support Workers, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), Teaching Assistants (TAs), Higher-Level TAs, Youth Workers, Personal Assistants (PAs), or those with other relevant care or education backgrounds
• Approach: Child-centred, holistic work, with ingenuity to tailor curriculum to the individual student
• Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate) and 2+ professional references
• Location: Based in the UK with right to work, including remote/online jobs
• Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and safe learning environments
• Competitive pay: £18 - £23 per hour
• Flexible working: In-person, hybrid, and community-based opportunities with session planning with parents/schools
• Flexible hours: Part-time to full-time hours arranged with clients
• Meaningful work: Support learners who are often disengaged
• Pastoral and Pathways Support: Team around you and the child
• Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources
• Referral Programme: Rewards for tutor referrals

Responsibilities

• Develop strong, positive relationships with children and young people with complex needs
• Provide one-to-one support in homes and community settings and deliver creative activities
• Support development of life skills, confidence and independence
• Use trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies for diverse needs
• Model emotional regulation and support outcomes
• Provide feedback and reflections to track progress and adapt support

Skills

SEND experience

Trauma-informed approach

Job description

SENse Learning in the UK is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to provide one-to-one mentoring and learning support for young people with SEND, in homes, community settings, and with schools where appropriate.

You will build confidence, support emotional regulation, and develop life skills through holistic, student-centred activities, using trauma-informed approaches and flexible strategies to meet diverse needs.