SEN Teaching Assistant

This is a hands -on opportunity where you will:

• Support pupils with their educational, personal, and social development.
  

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to planning, monitoring, and assessment.
  

• Assist with the implementation of individualised learning strategies and behaviour plans.
  

• Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all learners.
  

• Engage positively with families, carers, and professionals.
  

Requirements

Essential

• Some experience in the care or education of children, or transferable skills.
  

• Basic understanding of child development.
  

• Ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
  

• Strong communication skills across all levels: children, parents, and professionals.
  

• Ability to contribute effectively as part of a team and work independently within a framework.
  

• Ability to support children across personal, social, and educational areas.
  

• Accuracy in record -keeping.
  

• Motivation, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
  

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
  

• Willingness to commit to job -specific training and ongoing professional development.
  

• Ability to self -evaluate and proactively seek learning opportunities.
  

• Understanding of equality, discrimination, and safeguarding issues.
  

Desirable

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs.
  

• Experience working in an educational or care setting.
  

• Familiarity with monitoring and assessment of pupil progress.
  

• Knowledge or training in First Aid, PECS, Team Teach, or other relevant SEND -related programs.
  

• Interest in communication or sensory needs.
  

• Basic IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
  

• Understanding of curriculum requirements and how pupils learn.
  

• Ambition to progress within an educational environment.
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain hands -on experience in a school or SEND setting.
  
• Training and development pathways to support your growth in the education sector.
  
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
  
• Supportive team environment that values inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
• ACTUAL Salary of £24,303
  
• Term Time Only
  
• Access to EduTalent’s career progression and mentoring network.
  
• Flexible working conditions depending on placement and school needs.