SEN Teaching assistant

Prospero Teaching are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Swindon. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience supporting children and young people with SEN, behavioural or additional needs , or for someone with a background in care, support work or youth work looking to develop their career in education.

The successful candidate will provide one-to-one and small-group support , helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills. You may support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour , so patience, resilience and the ability to build strong relationships are essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group SEN support
• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Helping pupils manage emotional and behavioural challenges
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Working closely with teachers and the SEN team
• Encouraging confidence, independence and engagement
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

Ideal candidate:

• Previous SEN experience is highly desirable
• Experience with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or behavioural needs is beneficial
• Patient, empathetic and resilient
• Confident managing challenging situations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Relevant qualifications desirable but not essential , depending on experience

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