SEN Teaching Opportunities

The Abbey; Bagnall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Abbey is seeking caring and dedicated Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people across Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. You will work with teachers to enable learning and progress, including pupils with SEND in mainstream and specialist settings.

We offer full-time, part-time and flexible positions across various schools, with immediate start options. Prior school or childcare experience is desirable and training opportunities may be

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy when supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with pupils, teachers and parents.
• Ability to follow safeguarding policies and promote pupil welfare.
• Experience or willingness to work with SEND and a range of additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning on an individual or small-group basis.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive activities.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and those needing extra help.
• Foster pupils' confidence, independence and social skills.
• Help create a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist with resource preparation and classroom organisation.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Safeguarding

Adaptability

Child welfare focus

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2/3

Job description

Job DescriptionSEN Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistant- Stoke Location: Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary Salary: Dependent on experience, qualifications and role Start Date: Available immediately / September 2026

About the Role

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people across schools in Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. The successful candidate will work alongside teachers and other education professionals to provide high-quality support to pupils, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and make positive progress. There are opportunities to work within mainstream schools, specialist SEN settings and alternative provision, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning on an individual or small-group basis.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support pupils with needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH and other learning difficulties.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual pupils' needs.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, teachers and parents/carers.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources.
• Follow individual education, behaviour and support plans where required.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.

Essential Skills and Qualities

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people.
• Patience, empathy and a calm approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Reliability, professionalism and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Desirable Experience / Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Experience of working with autism, ADHD or SEMH.
• Teaching Assistant, Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Experience in a school, nursery, care, youth work or similar setting.
• First Aid, Team Teach or other relevant training would be advantageous.

What We Can Offer

• Opportunities across Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas.
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities.
• Mainstream and specialist SEN settings.
• Short-term, long-term and permanent positions.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within education and SEND.
• Support from experienced education professionals.
• Potential opportunities to progress towards further qualifications or teacher training.

Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in candidates who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve their potential and who are willing to develop their skills within education. Previous school experience is desirable but not always essential. Candidates with experience in childcare, youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring or other child-focused environments are also encouraged to apply. If you are enthusiastic, caring and committed to making a positive difference to children's lives, we would like to hear from you.