Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring, proactive and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support a specialist setting in the Worcester (WR4) area. The school provides highly personalised education for pupils with Autism (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and ADHD.
About the Setting
This setting is grounded in a strong, family‑centred ethos where every child is valued, respected and given equal opportunities to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. It is a warm, caring environment that works closely with families and external agencies to help each pupil reach their full potential.
The values of honesty, integrity and respect underpin daily practice, encouraging pupils to feel part of a supportive community where positive relationships, emotional literacy and personal growth are prioritised.
Pupils are supported to develop coping skills, behavioural regulation, confidence, emotional understanding and real‑world readiness, with every moment seen as an opportunity for success.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital part in creating a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, understood and empowered. You will help children with ASD, SEMH and ADHD access learning, regulate their emotions and build essential communication and social skills.
You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists and families to provide consistent, child‑centred support and help maintain an atmosphere built on trust, encouragement and mutual respect.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with ASD, SEMH and ADHD.
- Use structured routines, visual supports, emotional‑regulation tools and positive behaviour strategies.
- Adapt activities to suit individual learning styles, sensory needs and attention levels.
- Support pupils’ communication, emotional literacy and self‑management skills.
- Encourage independence, resilience and confidence in a calm, respectful way.
- Assist during lessons, transitions, break times and community‑based experiences.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive environment where every achievement is celebrated.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs
- Calm, patient and able to remain positive under pressure
- Skilled at building trusting, respectful relationships
- Proactive, flexible and a strong team player
- Emotionally resilient and reflective in their practice
Requirements
- Willing to complete a DBS check or able to provide an updated certificate
- Able to supply two references
- Proof of right to work in the UK
If you feel 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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