Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant

Sugarman Health & Wellbeing; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for students with diverse needs. This fulfilling role involves working closely with children to help them engage with their education in a supportive environment. You will utilize creative strategies to manage behaviour and enhance emotional well-being, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for learning. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students in completing tasks and provide additional help.
• Use creative strategies to manage challenging behaviour.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Creative Strategies for Behaviour Management

Education

Experience with SEN

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

Join Our Team as an SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Lasting Impact!

Hourly Rate: 15 per hour (PAYE)
Location: Bournemouth and surrounding areas
Working Days: Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only)
Hours: 9:00 am-4:30 pm (flexible working)
Role Focus: One-to-one teaching for SEN, SEMH, SEMD, and medical needs

Sugarman's Children Services is looking for experienced Teaching Assistants to provide face-to-face alternative provision to SEN / SEND/ SEMH/ children and young people with challenging behaviours in and around Bournemouth.

Our Children's Services division specialises in supplying trained and experienced TAs during or after school, including in a student's own home, on school premises or an alternative agreed venue.

Our approach focuses solely on achieving goals for students, supporting growth, knowledge and development to demonstrate progress and harness their potential. To enable us to achieve this, we put significant thought into matching children with the right teaching approach, location and TA. We find working this way leads to a greater achievement against targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in completing tasks, providing additional help with reading, writing, and practical activities. You may need to modify tasks or give extra guidance to ensure students can fully participate.
• Help students re-engage with their education in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
• Use creative strategies to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional well-being. Provide encouragement, guidance, and support during challenging situations.
• Assist students with speech, language, and communication needs, using strategies such as visual aids, sign language, or communication tools to help them express themselves and engage with learning.

To be eligible for this role, you must have the following:

• Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) or in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• A compassionate, patient, and proactive attitude towards supporting students with diverse needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and positive learning environment for all students.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Enhanced DBS on the update system
• Hold the right to work in the UK.

If you are looking for a new, rewarding and fulfilling role in teaching, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Sugarman Health and Well-being is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.