Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support one of our specialist educational settings in the WR11 area. This provision supports children and young people aged 2–19 with a wide range of complex needs, including Autism (ASD), SEMH, ADHD, communication needs, PMLD, SLD and physical or sensory difficulties.
About the Setting
This setting is built around a strong ethos of “learning for life”, with high aspirations for every pupil to grow into a confident, capable young adult. It provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils are valued, cared for and supported through positive, trusting relationships with staff.
Staff work closely with families and external professionals to ensure each child receives a personalised, holistic approach to their education and development. There is a commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing and partnership with families, recognising that support often extends beyond the classroom.
The learning environment is calm, structured and enriching, offering opportunities such as sensory experiences, life‑skills learning, outdoor activities, community visits and practical real‑world projects designed to help pupils prepare for adulthood.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, regulate their emotions and build communication, independence and social skills.
You will work alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to deliver personalised support, contributing to a consistent, caring and structured environment where every child feels safe, understood and able to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with ASD, SEMH, ADHD, communication needs and complex learning profiles.
- Implement strategies from EHCPs, behaviour plans and personalised programmes to support emotional regulation, learning and engagement.
- Use communication tools and sensory‑based approaches to help pupils understand routines, express themselves and develop coping strategies.
- Support participation in enriching experiences such as outdoor learning, life‑skills activities, sensory work and community visits.
- Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and confident.
- Encourage independence, resilience and curiosity through consistent routines and supportive guidance.
- Work collaboratively with families and professionals to ensure holistic, joined‑up care.
About You
We are seeking someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting children with diverse and complex needs
- Calm, patient and understanding in challenging situations
- Skilled at building positive, empathetic relationships
- A proactive team player who values communication and consistency
- Reflective, resilient and committed to promoting inclusive practice
Requirements
- Willing to complete a DBS check or able to provide a recent updated certificate
- Able to provide two references
- Proof of right to work in the UK
If you believe this role aligns with your values and experience, please apply via the link or email:
tom.baker@teachingpersonel.com
Applications without a CV cannot be considered.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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