SEN Teaching Assistant / Support Worker - Specialist Provision

Teaching Personnel; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support company is looking for passionate SEN Teaching Assistants / Support Workers in Stoke and Staffordshire. You will support pupils with complex needs such as autism and ADHD, promoting inclusivity and safety. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience or qualifications and be committed to making a positive impact in young lives.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Support for obtaining DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children or young people with special educational needs (SEN).
• DBS on the Update Service is required or must be obtained.
• Calm, patient, and resilient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students.
• Assist with emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment.

Skills

Experience in SEN

Resilience

Calmness under pressure

Education

Relevant qualification in psychology, mental health, or education

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant / Support Worker – Specialist Provision

Location: Stoke and Staffordshire
Start Date: Immediate or September

Are you experienced in working with children or young people with special educational needs (SEN) or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Or perhaps you’ve studied related subjects such as psychology, mental health, or education and are looking for hands-on experience?

Teaching Personnel are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants / Support Workers to work in specialist settings across Stoke and Staffordshire

These schools support pupils with complex needs, including autism, ADHD, trauma, learning difficulties, and behaviours that challenge.

Your responsibilities may include:

• 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting with emotional regulation and sensory needs
• Promoting a safe and inclusive environment
• Supporting pupils with EHCPs and tailored learning plans
• Assisting with personal care when needed (training provided)

Ideal candidates will:

• Have experience in SEN, care, or behaviour support (or a relevant qualification)
• Be calm, resilient, and patient under pressure
• Have or be willing to get a DBS on the Update Service

Make a genuine difference to young lives—apply now to join a dedicated and supportive team.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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