SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Pilning, South Gloucestershire

Hours:

40 hours per week - Term time only

Hourly rate: £13.50 to £14.50 per hour (including holiday pay)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist provision supporting children and young people aged 7–19 with a primary or secondary diagnosis of Autism and associated social and communication needs.

The setting provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, offering education from Key Stage 2 through to post-16. The focus is on helping every student explore and achieve their individual potential at each stage of their educational journey.

Key responsibilities

Build warm, caring and supportive relationships with pupils to help them feel safe, confident and ready to learn

Promote independence and personal development while maintaining high expectations of behaviour

Support the delivery of high-quality, engaging and differentiated learning activities across a broad and balanced curriculum

Work closely with the Class Teacher to support the day-to-day running of the classroom

Adapt flexibly to the changing needs of the setting to ensure smooth daily operations

Support pupils’ cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, physical and spiritual development

Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Complete required documentation accurately, including records relating to incidents, health and behaviour, under the guidance of senior staff

Skills and qualifications

GCSE Maths and English at Level 2 / Grade C or above (essential)

Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures

Knowledge of, or experience working with, pupils with special educational needs

A strong commitment to putting the child first and treating every pupil as an individual

A positive, creative approach to meeting pupils’ needs

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent (desirable)

At least one year’s experience working as a Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant or equivalent (desirable)

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please note:

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Interested?

If you’re ready to begin a rewarding journey supporting pupils, we’d love to hear from you