We are recruiting apassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 2:1 support for a learner with additional needs who is transitioning back into structured learning and developing independent living skills. This role is ideal for candidates with a support worker, care, SEN, SEMH, or behaviour support background.
About the role
1. Provide 2:1 support for one learner alongside another member of staff
2. Focus on independent living skills, emotional regulation, and engagement
3. Support the learner in structured activities rather than traditional classroom lessons
4. Use de‑escalation strategies and positive behaviour support
5. Assist with routines, transitions, and personalised learning plans
6. Work collaboratively with the wider support and pastoral team
What you'll need to succeed
7. SEN Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, or Care Worker background
8. Experience with ASC, SEMH,plex needs, or challenging behaviour
9. Confident using de‑escalation, Team Teach, MAPA, or similar training
10. Experience supporting independence, life skills, or personalised learning
11. Ability to build trust and maintain professional boundaries
Benefits
12. 12‑week temporary to permanent opportunity
13. Supportive SEN environment with ongoing training
14. Work alongside an experienced and dedicated support team
15. Opportunity to develop skills in behaviour support and independent living
16. Make a meaningful impact in a learner’s progress and independence