SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary - Peterborough

Aspire People; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Placement variety

Consultant support

SEN education experience

Recruitment opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils (4–11) in Peterborough. Join a specialist SEN school and help children with a range of needs, including autism and learning difficulties, to engage and progress in a caring environment.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist teachers with differentiated activities, and foster communication, independence and social skills while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEN is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with autism or learning difficulties is advantageous.
• A patient, caring and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Support early development, communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Encourage participation in sensory, practical and play-based learning activities.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work with teachers and staff to ensure pupils receive the best support.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism support

Patience

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary - Peterborough

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs?

Aspire People are currently recruiting for dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEN school in Peterborough, supporting primary-aged pupils between 4 and 11 years old.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing and supportive educational environment, working with children who have a range of additional needs, including autism and moderate to severe learning difficulties.

The school places a strong emphasis on individual development, communication, independence and creating positive learning experiences for every child.

The Role:

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism and complex learning difficulties.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Support early development, communication, social interaction and independence skills.
• Encourage pupils to participate in sensory, practical and play-based learning activities.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with autism or learning difficulties would be advantageous.
• A patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Confident supporting children with additional and complex needs.
• Able to remain calm, positive and proactive when managing challenging behaviour.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, flexible and enthusiastic.
• A genuine passion for helping children develop and reach their full potential.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in mainstream schools, special schools, nurseries, care settings or other child-focused environments.

What Aspire People Can Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities for day-to-day and long-term placements.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEN education.
• Access to further education recruitment opportunities.

Safer Recruitment

Aspire People are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, identity checks and relevant employment history checks, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.