Sen Teaching Assistant

Purpose of the Role

To support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in accessing learning, developing independence, and achieving their individual educational goals.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.

* Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

* Support pupils with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, speech and language needs, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

* Adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual needs.

* Encourage pupil engagement, participation, and independence.

* Monitor and record pupil progress and report observations to teachers and SENCO.

* Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.

* Support pupils during classroom activities, transitions, breaktimes, and educational visits.

* Assist with personal care and medical needs where required.

* Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

* Work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals.

* Attend staff meetings, training, and pupil review meetings as required.

* Maintain confidentiality and comply with safeguarding policies.

* Support the school's commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Person Specification

Essential

* Experience working with children or young people.

* Understanding of Special Educational Needs and inclusive education.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.

* Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

* Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

* Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable

* Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

* Previous experience in a SEN school or mainstream SEN setting.

* Knowledge of EHCP processes and SEN interventions.

* Training in Makaton, PECS, Team Teach, or equivalent SEN-related programmes.

* First Aid and Safeguarding training