SEN Teaching Assistant - Support & Growth in Specialist Setting

Connex Education Partnership; Town of Mansfield (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in a specialist SEN setting in Mansfield. You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them navigate the school day and develop academically and socially.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, managing challenging behaviours, and implementing individual plans within a safe, structured environment. Previous SEN experience and a compassionate approach are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for working with children and young people with SEN.
• Confident and resilient when supporting challenging behaviours.
• Patient, empathetic and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH and other additional needs.
• Confident implementing behaviour management strategies and maintaining boundaries.
• Adaptable and able to respond to changing needs of pupils.
• Committed to building positive relationships and encouraging pupil development.
• Reliable, proactive and passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Supporting pupils with challenging behaviours, emotional regulation and SEMH needs.
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and outcomes.
• Supporting pupils who may display distressed or challenging behaviours.
• Implementing individual behaviour plans and following consistent approaches.
• Creating a safe, calm and structured learning environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils who may struggle with communication or engagement.
• Collaborating with teachers, pastoral staff and other professionals.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Resilience

Behaviour management

Communication

Job description

Connex Education Partnership is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in a specialist SEN setting in Mansfield. You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them navigate the school day and develop academically and socially.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, managing challenging behaviours, and implementing individual plans within a safe, structured environment. Previous SEN experience and a compassionate approach are highly valued.