SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wigston Parva; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant for a permanent post at a specialist SEND school in the new academic year. You will work with pupils with a range of complex needs to enable access to learning and promote growth.

The ideal candidate has SEND experience, patience, strong communication and a proactive, collaborative approach to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND in education, care or support settings.
• Knowledge of ASC, ADHD, physical disabilities and PMLD is desirable.
• Patient, empathetic and proactive approach with strong teamwork.
• Good communication and commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with severe and complex needs, including ASC, ADHD, physical disabilities and PMLD.
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and safeguarding.
• Support communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver learning plans.
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school on a permanent basis, starting in the new academic year. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who have a range of complex and severe learning needs, providing tailored support to help them access learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Support students with severe and complex needs, including:
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Physical disabilities
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity, respect, and safeguarding are maintained at all times
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to deliver personalised learning and care plans
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND in an education, care, or support setting
• Knowledge or experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, and/or PMLD
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Confidence supporting pupils with personal care requirements
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• A permanent position within a supportive and specialist SEND school
• Competitive salary
• Access to ongoing professional development and training
• Dedicated support throughout the recruitment process
• The opportunity to build a rewarding and long-term career supporting children and young people with additional needs

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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