SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in KS1 – Down Syndrome & Complex Needs
Location: Bitterne
Full-time | Immediate Start | Long-term Opportunity
Hourly pay
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with diverse needs?
Teaching Personnel is currently working with a welcoming and inclusive school, seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time. This role is to begin ASAP and offers a long-term opportunity to make a lasting difference.
The successful candidate will have experience working with children with Down syndrome, as well as supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including speech and language difficulties, global developmental delay, and sensory needs.
Your role will include:
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Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support
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Assisting with communication and learning tools
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Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement EHCP targets
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Supporting the development of independence and social skills
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Helping to create a positive, nurturing environment where every child feels valued
We're looking for someone who:
Has previous experience in a similar SEN role (essential)
Is patient, compassionate, and proactive
Understands how to support pupils with communication and developmental needs
Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families
Holds a relevant TA qualification or has equivalent experience
In return, you’ll benefit from:
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A supportive school environment that values teamwork and inclusion
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Access to specialist CPD through Teaching Personnel
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Ongoing guidance from your dedicated consultant
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A chance to genuinely impact children’s lives on a daily basis
Apply today if this role sounds like you and you would like further information!
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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