Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Portsmouth is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. You will work closely with class teachers and the school's SEN team to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of needs.

This is a role where every day offers opportunities to boost confidence and independence. We are seeking a reliable, caring individual with a patient approach and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Understanding or interest in special educational needs is desirable.
• Patient, nurturing and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• One-to-one and small-group support for pupils.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in class activities.
• Support literacy, numeracy and other learning areas.
• Encourage positive social and emotional development.
• Support pupils with communication, concentration and engagement.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a calm learning environment.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to pupil progress.
• Work with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.

Skills

Child care experience

SEN understanding

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Portsmouth

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities
Start Date: Immediate / September start available

Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding role supporting children with special educational needs?

A well-established school in Portsmouth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and wants to make a positive difference to the learning, development and wellbeing of pupils.

The Role

You will work closely with class teachers and the school's SEN team to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs. Every day will be different, with the opportunity to help pupils overcome challenges, develop their confidence and become more independent learners.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis.

• Helping children access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities.

• Providing additional support with literacy, numeracy and other areas of learning.

• Encouraging positive social and emotional development.

• Supporting pupils with communication, concentration and engagement.

• Helping to promote positive behaviour and maintain a calm learning environment.

• Following individual support strategies and contributing to pupils' progress.

• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.

• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

• Promoting inclusion, independence and confidence throughout the school day.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a reliable and caring individual who is genuinely committed to helping children succeed.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people.

• An understanding of, or interest in, special educational needs.

• A patient, nurturing and encouraging approach.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Experience within an educational, childcare, care or youth setting would be advantageous, but relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

What the School Can Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.

• The opportunity to develop valuable experience within SEN education.

• Support from experienced teachers and SEN professionals.

• Ongoing opportunities for professional development.

• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's lives.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.