We are currently recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who want to make a real difference in children's lives by supporting their learning, development, communication and emotional wellbeing in a safe and inclusive environment.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the classroom.
- Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils access learning.
- Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
- Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
- Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
- Implementing individual support strategies to meet pupils' specific needs.
- Helping pupils develop essential academic, social and life skills.
- Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour using appropriate de-escalation strategies.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to promote pupil progress.
- Maintaining a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
- Is patient, caring, empathetic and resilient.
- Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Can adapt their approach to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
- Is confident supporting pupils with varying abilities and needs.
- Can work effectively as part of a team and follow individual support plans.
- Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence and positive outcomes for every pupil.
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one
Previous experience working within an SEN school, specialist provision or mainstream school supporting pupils with additional needs would be advantageous.
Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties or complex needs would also be beneficial. Candidates with transferable experience in childcare, care or youth work are encouraged to apply.
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.
