SEN TA

Helm Academy; Yorkshire, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Helm Academy is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse learning needs in a trauma-informed environment. You will assist classroom teachers, deliver one-on-one or small-group support, and help implement IEPs to maximise progress.

We value excellent communication, teamwork and a collaborative approach. A minimum GCSE grade C or 5 in English and Maths is required, and previous SEN experience is preferred to help children access the curriculum effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching assistant role, preferably in a SEN setting.
• Understanding of special educational needs and effective strategies for supporting diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering lessons that meet the needs of students with SEN.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them engage with the curriculum.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages student participation.
• Support the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as needed.
• Help create resources and materials to enhance the learning experience.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to ensure a cohesive approach to student support.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (grade C/5)

Job description

Salary: £12.50 per hour OR £18,000 - £22,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications

Start Date: 01/08/2025

Reports to: Headteacher

Fantastic opportunity exists for an SEN TA at Helm Academy. We are always keen to speak to suitably qualified TA who has an ardent desire to develop their career as well as making a difference to the children we serve. As a specialist trauma informed Special Educational Needs (SEN) school.

You will be working for a dynamic, professional and innovative company, we strive for service excellence by investing in our people. We are committed to provide the best possible outcomes and making a positive difference to the future of the children we teach.

Helm Academy is an innovative, new SEN school dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children with diverse learning needs. As a specialist children’s home provider, our successful organic growth has led us to expand our mission, and we are excited to open our first Independent SEN & SEMH Specialist Schools (11-16) offering an alternative curriculum to young people with a range of SEN & SEMH special educational needs.

Helm Academy are continually developing the specialist services to become the gold standard in the SEN education so there will be future opportunities for strong management candidates to manage multi sites. Join us early in our organic growth with abundance of opportunities excelling your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering lessons that meet the needs of students with SEN.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them engage with the curriculum.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages student participation.
• Support the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as needed.
• Help create resources and materials to enhance the learning experience.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to ensure a cohesive approach to student support.

Entry Requirements

• Relevant qualifications or experience in a teaching assistant role, preferably in a SEN setting.
• Understanding of special educational needs and effective strategies for supporting diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A minimum of grade C – level 5 GCSE in English and Maths