SEND Specialist TA: Sensory & Communication Support

Justteachers Ltd; Boston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is assisting a welcoming special school near Boston to recruit a dedicated teaching assistant. The role involves working across different classes and pathways to support pupils with diverse needs, including MLD and PMLD, with highly personalised approaches.

You will help deliver differentiated learning activities, reinforce communication and developmental skills, and use tools like PECS or Makaton, alongside visual aids and clear routines to keep pupils engaged and progress

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in schools or similar settings.
• Understanding of SEND including MLD and PMLD and how to adapt approaches.
• Confidence using varied support strategies, including communication methods and routines.

Responsibilities

• Support differentiated and sensory-adapted learning activities.
• Reinforce communication and developmental skills to help pupils access learning.
• Use visual aids, PECS or Makaton, and structured routines to engage pupils.
• Provide calm, consistent support to help regulate emotions and behaviours.

Skills

SEND experience

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Justteachers Ltd is assisting a welcoming special school near Boston to recruit a dedicated teaching assistant. The role involves working across different classes and pathways to support pupils with diverse needs, including MLD and PMLD, with highly personalised approaches.

You will help deliver differentiated learning activities, reinforce communication and developmental skills, and use tools like PECS or Makaton, alongside visual aids and clear routines to keep pupils engaged and progress