SEND Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Professional development

Supportive team

Stratford-upon-Avon location

Impactful work

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Stratford-upon-Avon. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and complex needs, helping them access learning and build confidence.

Ideal candidates are patient, resilient and collaborative, with a passion for inclusive education. The role is full-time, starts ASAP, and offers opportunities for professional development within a friendly school community.

Qualifications

• Patience, caring and empathy.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH or complex needs.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with SEN.
• Deliver small-group interventions to aid learning.
• Support SEMH needs and behaviour guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEN staff.
• Foster social, emotional and communication development.
• Promote independence and confidence.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours: Full Time

Age Group: Primary

Start Date: ASAP

Make a real difference every day

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential?

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Stratford-upon-Avon, working with children who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, nurturing and resilient, and who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

The role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils both in and out of the classroom. You will help children overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence and independence, and feel safe and supported within the school environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting children with SEMH and complex needs to engage positively with learning.
• Helping pupils develop their social, emotional and communication skills.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping children to regulate their emotions.
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Adapting activities and providing encouragement to meet individual needs.
• Promoting pupils' independence, confidence and self-esteem.

The ideal candidate

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Confident supporting children with additional needs.
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Passionate about inclusive education and helping every child succeed.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Consistent, reliable and committed to safeguarding.
• Experienced in SEN, SEMH, complex needs, behaviour support or a related setting (desirable but not essential).
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, complex needs or challenging behaviour would be highly beneficial.

What we can offer

• A rewarding full-time position within a supportive school environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• Excellent experience working with SEN and complex needs.
• Supportive colleagues and a collaborative approach.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A welcoming school based in Stratford-upon-Avon.

If you are passionate about supporting children and believe you have the patience, commitment and compassion to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you.