Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant

Oasis Community Learning; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy New Oak is seeking a dedicated Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners with differentiated needs in a structured environment. You will help ensure SEN learners reach their full potential while maintaining an inclusive, positive learning culture.

The role emphasizes experience in specialist SEN provision, strong organisation and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex behaviours. Term-time only, 39 weeks per year, 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths and English A*-C (9-4) or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent.
• Experience leading in a specialist setting, resource base, or SEN provision.
• Empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanour.
• Key organisation and communication skills.
• Experience with managing complex behaviours and helping SEN learners to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with differentiated needs in a structured learning environment.
• Provide learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook.
• Manage complex behaviours to help SEN learners reach their full potential.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Behaviour management

Organisation

Education

NVQ/VRQ Level 3 TA

GCSE Maths & English A*-C

Job description

Oasis Academy New Oak currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant.

Job Overview

You’ll have an enthusiasm for supporting learners with differentiated needs, providing learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook, and managing sometimes complex behaviours within a structured learning environment to ensure differently-abled learners can reach their full potential.

Requirements

• NVQ/VRQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
• Maths and English GCSE grade A* - C / 9-4 or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent.
• Previous experience leading in a specialist setting, resource base, or SEN Provision.
• Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs.
• An empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanour.
• Key organisation and communication skills.
• Experience with managing complex behaviours and helping SEN learners to achieve.

We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students.

Working Pattern

• Term Time Only (including inset days).
• 39 Weeks per Year.
• 37 Hours per Week.

Attachments

OCL Specialist Teaching Assistant Job Description - SCP 13-17 - Full-Time

Safeguarding Statement

Oasis Academy New Oak is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.