Special Needs Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide focused 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs while assisting with general classroom duties to foster an inclusive learning environment.

You'll work closely with teachers to support social, emotional, and academic development, adapt resources to individual needs, and help build independence and confidence within the student, contributing to a supportive school team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, particularly providing 1:1 support.
• Understanding of SEN needs and strategies to support learners.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance.
• A DBS check on the Update Service or willingness.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN, helping them access the curriculum and develop key skills.
• Assist the class teacher with general classroom activities and behaviour management.
• Support the child’s social, emotional, and academic development.
• Help adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Promote independence and confidence in the child supported.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff.

Skills

1:1 support

SEN needs

patience

empathy

communication skills

teamwork

DBS check

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant x2013; 1:1 Support and General Classroom Support x2013; Full:Time x2013; Immediate Start

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child x2019;s education?

Do you have a passion for providing 1:1 support to children with special educational needs and supporting the wider classroom environment?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team. You will provide 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, while also assisting with general classroom duties to help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Job Details

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant x2013; 1:1 Support and General Classroom Support
• Start Date: Immediate
• Contract Type: Full:Time
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Provide focused 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN, helping them access the curriculum and develop key skills
• Assist the class teacher with general classroom activities and behaviour management
• Support the child x2019;s social, emotional, and academic development
• Help adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs
• Promote independence and confidence in the child supported
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff

Experience And Skills Required

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, particularly providing 1:1 support
• Understanding of SEN needs and strategies to support learners
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance
• A DBS check on the Update Service or willingness

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.