SEND Teaching Assistant

Edgewood Academy; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Inclusive school environment

Job summary

Edgewood Academy in Stoke-on-Trent is looking for a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse learning needs. Your role will involve providing specialist interventions, promoting positive behaviour, and creating supportive environments for learning.

We seek an enthusiastic team player with experience in SEND support committed to safeguarding children's welfare. Opportunities for professional development and a strong team culture await.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and/or vulnerable learners.
• Good understanding of SEND support and inclusive practice.
• Committed to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, targeted interventions to support learning progress.
• Use positive behaviour support strategies to promote regulation.
• Provide high-quality support to pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs.

Skills

Supporting children with SEND

Behaviour support strategies

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Ongoing training and development

Job description

Support pupils with EHCPs and SEND needs through specialist intervention, behaviour strategies and structured classroom learning. A vital role for an enthusiastic, dedicated TA looking to make daily impact in a therapeutic setting.

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Type: Full-time

Edgewood Academy is an inclusive, therapeutic independent school where education adapts to the child, not the other way around. We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs through specialist intervention, positive behaviour support and high-quality classroom assistance.

“Education adapts to the child — not the other way around.”

Who We're Looking For

We Want Someone Who…

• Has experience supporting children with SEND and/or vulnerable learners
• Provides specialist intervention support tailored to individual pupil needs
• Acts as a behaviour specialist, using positive behaviour support strategies
• Has a good understanding of SEND support and inclusive practice
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Is committed to safeguarding and child welfare
• Works well as part of a supportive, child-centred team
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and development

The Role: What You'll Do

Specialist Intervention Support

• Deliver structured, targeted interventions to support learning progress
• Work with teachers and specialists to implement EHCPs and support plans
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs and promote inclusion

Behaviour Specialist

• Use positive behaviour support strategies to promote regulation, engagement and positive choices
• Support pupils to manage their emotions and build resilience
• Help create calm, safe and structured environments that enable learning

Additional Support

• Provide high-quality support to pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs
• Support teachers in planning and delivering inclusive lessons
• Promote independence, engagement and progress
• Assist with routines, transitions and daily living skills as needed

What We Offer

• A therapeutic and inclusive school environment
• A strong safeguarding and wellbeing culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive team focused on belonging, equity and pupil progress
• Technology-enhanced learning and innovative practice
• Ongoing training and support to grow your skills and expertise

Safeguarding Commitment

Edgewood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS, references, employment history verification, right to work checks and qualification verification where applicable.