Sense Education

Mainstream SEND Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mainstream SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at a mainstream secondary school. The ideal candidate will have a passion for inclusive education, a strong understanding of SEND needs, and the ability to foster a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.


This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children with SEND!

 

The role

The successful Mainstream SEND Teaching Assistant candidate will work alongside teaching staff to provide support to students with SEND, including those with ASD, ADHD, and a variety of other learning challenges. You will play a key role in helping students engage with their learning, manage their behaviour, and build their confidence. The role includes both one-to-one and small group support, as well as general classroom assistance. Your work will be vital in ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

 

The ideal person and skills/education needed

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people, particularly those with SEND. The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold a relevant degree or minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

  • Have experience working with children with SEND, either professionally or personally.

  • Be confident in supporting students with behaviour management and learning challenges.

  • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

  • Be patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a commitment to providing high-quality support to all students.

The school

This inclusive mainstream school is committed to providing an exceptional education for every student and places a high value on providing a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for all its pupils. It is a place where both staff and students are encouraged to work together to achieve their personal best.

 

Hours

This role is available on both a full-time and part-time basis. Working hours are from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday.

 

The benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Professional development opportunities.

  • Supportive and friendly working environment.

  • Chance to make a real impact in the lives of students.


If you’re passionate about SEND and want to be part of a school that values inclusivity and support, we’d love to hear from you!


Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

 

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