SEN Teaching Assistant -Shropshire

Tradewind Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with autism and complex learning needs in a Telford-based specialist school. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support, helping with emotional regulation, and collaborating with teachers and therapists. Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology or similar fields and a passion for supporting special educational needs. Full-time and part-time options available, with a long-term contract.

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Background as support worker/care assistant admired.
• Passion for supporting students with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Help pupils with emotional regulation and communication.
• Deliver structured learning tasks and support routines.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists.

Skills

Support for pupils with autism

Emotional regulation

Communication support

Assisting in structured learning

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or Health & Social Care

Job description

Role Details

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant – Location: Telford – Salary: 90 - 110 per day – Start date: January – Contract: Long-term, full or part-time

Overview

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with autism, communication needs, SEMH and complex learning needs in specialist school environments.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 and small group support
• Helping pupils with emotional regulation and communication
• Delivering structured learning tasks and supporting routines
• Working alongside teachers and therapists

Qualifications & Ideal Background

• SEN TAs
• Support workers / care assistants
• Psychology, criminology or health & social care graduates
• Anyone passionate about SEN

Apply

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