SEND Teaching assistant

Aspire People; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist SEN setting in Oldbury. The role involves supporting pupils with complex needs, including autism, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and assisting with personal care and daily living activities.

You will work closely with teaching staff to create a safe, supportive learning environment and help promote positive behaviour, engagement and independence.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND or complex needs.
• Confidence supporting personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Support pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support pupils with medical and physical needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Work closely with teaching staff to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Oldbury

Aspire People are recruiting experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEN setting in Oldbury.

We are looking for dedicated, patient and enthusiastic individuals who have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with a range of complex additional needs, including autism.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting pupils with medical and physical needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Working closely with teaching staff to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND or complex needs.
• Confidence supporting personal care.
• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Who We're Looking For:

We welcome applications from experienced SEND Teaching Assistants, support workers and care professionals who are looking to transfer their skills into an educational setting.

If you're passionate about making a difference and have the experience and qualifications we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you!