As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential support to pupils, helping them to achieve personal and academic milestones. You will be part of a collaborative team that focuses on creating a safe and engaging environment where students can thrive and develop key life skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex and multiple needs.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including toileting and feeding, where needed (training provided).
- Use communication tools such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC devices to support non-verbal pupils.
- Support pupils with sensory needs and help manage behaviour, using appropriate techniques for children with autism and sensory processing issues.
- Assist pupils with physical disabilities, helping with mobility, transfers, and use of specialised equipment.
- Work with teachers and therapists to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress.
- Create a positive and supportive classroom environment tailored to the unique needs of each child.
- Experience working with children with additional needs.
- A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach to supporting children with complex needs.
- Familiarity with Makaton, PECS, or other communication methods (desirable but not essential).
- Willingness to assist with personal care tasks and provide support for children with physical disabilities.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, working closely with teachers, support staff, and health professionals.
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- A desire for ongoing learning and development, with training provided.
If you’re passionate about working with children with special educational needs and think this role could be the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!