SEN Teaching Assistant: Inspire Confidence (Term-Time)

Simply Education Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Bonus

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting in Gloucester for an enthusiastic and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

You'll support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, helping them build confidence and independence both in class and beyond. No SEN experience required, just a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) - essential.
• Desire to support children and young people with additional needs.
• Ability to build trusted and professional relationships.
• Positive, creative and flexible approach.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to treating every young person as an individual.

Responsibilities

• Building warm, supportive and professional relationships with pupils, helping them feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Supporting pupils with their learning, wellbeing and personal development.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Working alongside the Class Teacher to deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, behavioural, physical and cognitive development.
• Using positive behaviour management strategies tailored to individual pupils.
• Providing additional care and wellbeing support when required.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Helping with the smooth day-to-day running of the classroom and wider school environment.
• Completing relevant records and documentation relating to behaviour, incidents, health and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Patient and resilient

Relationship building

Team player

GCSE Maths and English

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Simply Education Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting in Gloucester for an enthusiastic and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.

You'll support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, helping them build confidence and independence both in class and beyond. No SEN experience required, just a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference.