Sen Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs, both individually and in small groups
• Assist the class teacher with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being
• Support pupils with personal care where required
• Help create a safe, structured, and stimulating learning environment
• Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other professionals
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety guidelines

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to support pupils with diverse needs, including behavioural, emotional, or physical needs

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or complex needs
• Training in behaviour management, Team Teach, or similar