SEN Specific Teaching Assistant

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our experienced teaching team as a SEN Specific Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting children with special educational needs in a school setting, helping them achieve their best academically and behaviourally.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding policies at all times.
• Set high expectations for learning and behaviour and encourage pupils to meet them.
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons and interventions.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.

Required profile

• Kind, patient and a good sense of humour.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness to train and develop expertise in supporting SEN.
• Grades A*‑C in GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification.
• Passion for supporting all children in a school environment.

Required skills

• None explicitly listed.