SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or Residential Care Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with an Ofsted-rated Outstanding secondary school that is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support a male student transitioning into Year 7 from September.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience supporting children and young people with complex needs who can provide consistent, nurturing support throughout the school day.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide 1:1 support for a student with Global Learning Delay and Emotional Development Delay. The student requires personal care and benefits from working with a calm, patient, and understanding adult who can help them navigate school life successfully.

Key Responsibilities

Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.

Supporting the student's academic, social, and emotional development.

Assisting with personal care when required.

Building a trusting and positive relationship with the student.

Promoting independence and confidence in a safe and supportive environment.

Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.

Supporting the student during lessons, transitions, and breaktimes.

Encouraging engagement in learning and school activities.What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience working within SEN, support work, care, or residential settings.

Be comfortable providing personal care.

Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience.

Have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs.

Be able to build strong professional relationships.

Be committed to helping students reach their full potential.

Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Be proactive and adaptable to the student's individual needs.

Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.Working Hours

Full-time position.

Monday to Friday.

Typical school hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm.Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

Hold the Right to Work in the UK.

Be willing to complete Prospero Teaching's registration and compliance process. xjnqpsq

Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Be able to provide professional references.Apply Today

If you have experience within SEN, support work, or residential care and are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Ad ID: 5419108484