SEND Teaching Assistant: Empower Learners 1:1 & Groups

Specialist SEND Group; Atherton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Specialist SEND recruitment support

Inclusive education with child-first理念

Job summary

Specialist SEND Group is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with special educational needs across diverse settings. You will work with teachers and professionals to foster safe, supportive learning environments where each learner can grow, participate and feel understood.

This role focuses on academic and emotional support, including personal care as required, within a team dedicated to inclusive education and safeguarding best practices.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and able to build trusting relationships with learners and families.
• Nurturing approach and genuine enjoyment in helping children succeed.
• Willingness to learn and develop SEND knowledge while collaborating with school staff.

Responsibilities

• Support learners 1:1 or in small groups.
• Encourage engagement and participation within lessons.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Support learners with additional needs, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and communication challenges.
• Promote communication, independence and social development.
• Use visual timetables, sensory resources and positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

Calm and patient

Relationship building

Teamwork & communication

Nurturing approach

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Specialist SEND Group is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with special educational needs across diverse settings. You will work with teachers and professionals to foster safe, supportive learning environments where each learner can grow, participate and feel understood.

This role focuses on academic and emotional support, including personal care as required, within a team dedicated to inclusive education and safeguarding best practices.