SEN TA

Shrewsbury Source: WhatJobs

£150 refer a friend scheme

Job title: SEN Teaching Assistant

First for Education are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Telford, supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD and Challenging Behaviour.

This is a full-time, long-term position, working with pupils who require additional support with learning, communication and personal development.

The school caters for pupils with a needs focused on SEMH and ADHD and associated needs and difficulties. They provide a highly supportive environment with experienced staff and access to specialist training. This is a role where you will find challenging behaviour and need thick skin, but the rewards can be incredible.

SEN Teaching Assistant benefits

Competitive daily rate (£95 - £120 per day, dependent on experience)
PAYE paid weekly
Long-term stability
Access to specialist SEN training and CPD opportunities
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
£150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

SEN Teaching Assistant role requirements

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an SEN setting or working with
Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, ADHD and typically challenging behaviours.
Strong communication, patience and resilience
Ability to build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
A proactive and adaptable approach
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will

Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Assist with both learning activities and personal development
Support pupils with communication, behaviour and engagement
Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff
Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.

Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

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