SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, resilient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a strong focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will be working closely with pupils across EYFS, KS1, KS2 or KS3/KS4, providing 1:1 support and small group intervention, helping learners to access education, regulate emotions and develop positive behaviour and life skills.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
Support children with autism (ASD), ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, trauma and behaviour needs
Implement individual education plans (IEPs), support plans, behaviour plans and EHCP targets
Assist with emotional regulation, de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour support
Promote engagement, inclusion, independence and resilience
Support learning in line with the national curriculum, alternative provision or personalised learning pathways
Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, pastoral teams and external agencies
Use trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches and consistent behaviour management strategies
Encourage social skills, communication skills and self-esteem
Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing and health & safety procedures are followed at all times
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or SEMH Support Worker
Strong understanding of SEND and SEMH, including challenging behaviour
Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, attachment difficulties, emotional and behavioural needs
A calm, patient and empathetic approach
Excellent communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills
The ability to remain resilient and proactive in challenging situations
A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners to succeed
An understanding of positive behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies
Desirable (but not essential)
Background in SEMH schools, alternative provision, PRUs or specialist settings
Training in Team Teach, de-escalation, safeguarding or trauma-informed practice
Experience with non-verbal communication, sensory needs and personalised learning
CACHE Level 2/3, SEN qualification or equivalent experience
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