SEN Classroom Support Specialist

We are looking for a SEN Classroom Support Specialist to join a welcoming and inclusive educational setting, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and personally.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEN professional who wants to take their next step in a rewarding career within education.

About the Role
As a SEN Classroom Support Specialist, you will work closely with teachers and wider support teams to provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Supporting learners to access the curriculum and develop their confidence.
• Helping pupils develop their communication, social and emotional skills.
• Implementing individual learning and support strategies.
• Supporting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Creating a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Celebrating pupil progress and helping learners overcome barriers to learning.

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Patient, caring and emotionally resilient.
• Confident working with pupils who have additional needs.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Proactive and adaptable in your approach.
• Committed to creating positive outcomes for every learner.
• Have an enhanced DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one

Previous experience working within SEN, education, care, youth work or a similar setting is desirable, although we are also interested in hearing from candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude.

Why Join Us?
You will have the opportunity to:

• Build valuable experience within SEN education.
• Develop your skills through ongoing support and professional development.
• Work alongside experienced education professionals.
• Make a visible difference to pupils' lives and learning.
• Become part of a supportive and inclusive team.
• Progress your career within the education and SEN sector.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.