SEN Teaching Assistant — Nurture & Support in SEN School

Aspire People; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Shrewsbury. You will support children and young people from EYFS through to Key Stage 5, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance.

The role requires flexibility, patience and a nurturing approach to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, across a range of needs including autism, ADHD and SEMH. Long-term, with potential to become permanent.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience in a specialist SEN school or similar setting would be highly beneficial.
• Experience across different age groups would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or complex additional needs.
• Flexible, patient, empathetic and nurturing approach to working with pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong, relevant experience considered if no formal qualification.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people across EYFS to Key Stage 5.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional and personal development.
• Adapting approach to suit different ages, abilities and individual needs.
• Helping pupils develop communication, confidence, independence and life skills.
• Supporting with sensory activities and regulation where appropriate.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to create a safe environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching & Learning / Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Shrewsbury. You will support children and young people from EYFS through to Key Stage 5, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance.

The role requires flexibility, patience and a nurturing approach to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally, across a range of needs including autism, ADHD and SEMH. Long-term, with potential to become permanent.