SEN Teaching Assistant
Educato Limited, Sandylands, Lancaster
SEN Teaching Assistant
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Educato Limited, Sandylands, Lancaster
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 12 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 7ba1d5d2257642a4a22816f6eff474d1
Location ref: Sandylands, Lancaster
Full Job Description
We are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive SEND school in MIddleton, who are looking to appoint a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs to access education, develop their communication skills and reach their individual potential. You'll be joining a specialist setting where personalised support, patience and a nurturing approach are at the heart of everything they do.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, physical disabilities, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs and learning difficulties.
- Assist with personal care, including toileting, feeding and hygiene, where required.
- Support the delivery of personalised learning activities that encourage engagement, communication, independence and social development.
- Help pupils regulate their emotions and sensory needs by providing a calm, safe and supportive environment.
- Adapt your approach to meet each pupil's individual abilities, needs and learning goals.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent, high-quality care and support., Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have a strong background supporting children with complex needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Previous experience supporting children or young people with complex needs, significant SEND or additional learning needs.
- An understanding of conditions such as autism, physical disabilities, sensory processing difficulties and communication needs.
- A patient, caring and resilient approach, with the ability to respond calmly to challenging situations.
- Confidence supporting personal care and following individual care plans, where required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for helping pupils with additional needs develop their confidence, independence and life skills.