Location: Telford, Shropshire
Positions: SEN Teaching Assistants / SEND Support Staff
Age Range: EYFS to 18+
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Potential: Permanent for the right candidate
Start Date: ASAP
Agency: Aspire People
SEN Teaching Assistants & SEND Support Staff - Telford
Aspire People are proud to work in partnership with a large network of schools and education trusts across Telford and the surrounding areas, giving our candidates access to a wide range of exciting long-term and permanent opportunities.
We are currently recruiting for various SEN Teaching Assistant and SEND Support positions across Telford, supporting children and young people from EYFS through to 18+.
Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEND practitioner or someone with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.
We have a range of full-time, long-term opportunities, with the potential for permanent positions for the right candidates.
About the Roles
Our partner schools and settings are looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic support staff to work alongside teachers and wider school teams.
Depending on the individual role, you may support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
Autism / ASC.
ADHD.
Communication and interaction needs.
Complex learning needs.
Social, emotional and mental health needs.
Moderate or severe learning difficulties.
Physical or medical needs.
Sensory needs.
Behavioural and emotional needs.
You may be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, within small groups or as part of a wider classroom team, depending on the requirements of the school.
Your Responsibilities
As an SEN Teaching Assistant or SEND Support professional, your responsibilities may include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
Helping pupils access learning and the wider curriculum.
Supporting communication, social and emotional development.
Encouraging independence and confidence.
Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
Assisting teachers with classroom activities.
Supporting pupils with individual learning and development targets.
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
Working closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
Providing a calm, consistent and nurturing presence.
Supporting pupils during lessons and wider school activities.
Following individual support plans and school policies.
Promoting safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
Who We're Looking For
We are recruiting for a variety of SEN TA and SEND support roles, so we are interested in hearing from candidates with different backgrounds and levels of experience.
You may be:
An experienced SEN Teaching Assistant.
A Learning Support Assistant.
An experienced SEND Support Worker.
A Teaching Assistant looking to move into SEND.
A graduate interested in a career in education.
Someone with experience in care, youth work or community support.
Someone with personal or professional experience of supporting individuals with additional needs.
A candidate with little formal SEND experience but a genuine passion for helping children and young people.
Previous SEND experience is desirable but not always essential. We are particularly interested in candidates who are patient, resilient, compassionate and committed to helping pupils achieve their potential.
Why Work with Aspire People?
At Aspire People, we have established relationships with schools and education trusts across Telford and the surrounding areas.
Our extensive network means we regularly have access to SEN TA, SEND support, Learning Support and long-term education opportunities.
When you work with Aspire People, you can expect:
Access to a large network of partner schools and trusts.
A variety of SEN TA and SEND support opportunities.
Long-term and permanent positions.
Competitive rates of pay.
A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
Support with registration and compliance.
Opportunities to build valuable SEND experience.
Honest and professional advice about available roles.
Make a Difference Every Day
Working in SEND support is incredibly rewarding. Every pupil is different, and you'll have the opportunity to help children and young people develop their confidence, communication, independence and learning skills.
Whether you're an experienced SEN TA or looking to take your first step into SEND education, Aspire People can help you find an opportunity that suits your experience and ambitions.
We have various SEN TA and SEND support roles available across Telford, supporting pupils from EYFS through to 18+.
Full-time | Long-term | ASAP Start | Permanent opportunities available
Apply today through Aspire People and speak to our team about the SEN TA and SEND support opportunities currently available across Telford.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£93.00 - £108.00 per day