Special Education Assistant — SEND/SEMH Support

Teaching Vacancies; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

SENDAT Trust in Lowestoft is seeking a caring Special Teaching Assistant to support children with SEND and SEMH needs. You will work with teachers to provide classroom support, assist with learning activities and help students develop confidence and resilience.

The role may include personal care support, supervision at breaks, and promoting positive behaviour. The successful candidate will have experience with children or young people and will build positive relationships while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, ideally within a SEND or SEMH setting.
• Patient, empathetic and able to build positive relationships with students.
• May involve supporting students with personal care, supervision during breaks and promoting positive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist with learning activities.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Support students with SEMH and SEND needs to develop resilience and confidence.
• Promote inclusive practices and encourage engagement in learning.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Patience and empathy

Relationship building

Job description

SENDAT Trust in Lowestoft is seeking a caring Special Teaching Assistant to support children with SEND and SEMH needs. You will work with teachers to provide classroom support, assist with learning activities and help students develop confidence and resilience.

The role may include personal care support, supervision at breaks, and promoting positive behaviour. The successful candidate will have experience with children or young people and will build positive relationships while maintaining high