SEND Teaching Assistant

Connex - Leicester; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Weekly PAYE

Toolkit access

Funded qualifications

Career progression

Wellbeing programme

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs in a specialist setting near Loughborough. This supply role starts ASAP, with potential extension for a full term or academic year.

The successful candidate will support pupils with SEND/SEMH, build trusting relationships, and work closely with teachers to create a safe, engaging classroom. A DBS check and rights to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and SEMH in school or specialist settings.
• Ability to provide 1:1 support or work with small groups.
• Strong behaviour-management skills and calm response to challenging situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and building positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND support for pupils with additional needs.
• Adapt approaches to meet individual learning requirements.
• Support emotional regulation and promote engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Build positive relationships to help pupils progress and feel understood.
• Respond calmly and consistently to challenging situations.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 SEND

Level 3 Teaching & Learning

Level 4 HLTA

Level 5 TEFL

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Loughborough, LE11

£400- £600 per week

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

Pay rates shown are dependant on qualifications and recent experience.

About the role

Connex Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEND setting within the Loughborough area to recruit an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, resilient and proactive practitioner who has experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will understand the importance of building positive, trusting relationships with pupils, supporting emotional regulation and promoting engagement in learning. You’ll work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a safe, supportive and structured learning environment where pupils feel understood, encouraged and able to make progress.

We are looking for someone who can adapt their approach to meet individual needs, respond calmly and confidently to challenging situations, and recognise the importance of consistency, patience and positive behaviour support.

If you’re passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Assignment Details

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support. This is a supply opportunity starting ASAP, ideal for a practitioner with a strong background in SEND and/or SEMH who can provide consistent, tailored support to meet pupils’ individual needs.

The role is offered on a regular relief-cover basis, with the potential for placements to extend for a full term or the remainder of the academic year. There may also be opportunities for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate


• PAYE paid weekly


• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses


• Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL


• Career progression via our TA to Tutor conversion course


• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom


• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Person Specification

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs in a school or specialist setting.


• Experience providing 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils.


• Strong behaviour-management skills and the ability to respond calmly and consistently to challenging situations.


• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may experience barriers to learning.


• A good understanding of emotional regulation, safeguarding and the importance of consistent support.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, alongside a patient, flexible and proactive approach.


• Reliability, organisation and a genuine commitment to helping pupils reach their potential.


• Have a current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to process a new one

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.