SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Carlisle
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Term-Time Only

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a specialist SEN provision in Carlisle to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. This is a term-time only position supporting students with additional needs in a structured and supportive learning environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help students access learning and develop socially and emotionally. The role involves providing both classroom support and targeted 1:1 or small group support, ensuring pupils are able to engage positively with their education.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with a range of special educational needs including autism, communication needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs

• Assisting the teacher in delivering adapted lessons and learning activities

• Helping to manage behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment

• Supporting pupils with their emotional regulation and social development

• Working collaboratively with staff to meet individual learning and support plans

The School

The school is a specialist independent provision supporting pupils with additional needs who require a more personalised and nurturing educational setting. Staff focus on building strong relationships with pupils and providing tailored support to help them succeed both academically and personally.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN

• Be confident supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs

• Have a patient, resilient and proactive approach

• Be able to build positive relationships with students and staff

• Be committed to supporting pupils’ wellbeing and development

Experience working in SEN schools, alternative provisions, care settings, youth work, or support roles will be highly beneficial.

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates

• Dedicated consultant support

• Opportunities for ongoing work within specialist settings

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

If you have the relevant experience and are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs, we encourage you to apply.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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