Are you a passionate, caring individual who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? Do you feel motivated by helping students overcome barriers to learning and build confidence in themselves? We’re working with a welcoming school in Billingham who are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to help create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported and able to thrive.
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a school community that values patience, kindness and consistency, and where no two days are ever the same.
Role overview:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils both one-to-one and in small groups. You’ll help students access learning, develop independence and engage positively with their education, working closely with teachers and other support staff to implement tailored learning strategies that meet each child’s individual needs. Your presence will help children feel safe, understood and encouraged to reach their potential.
Key responsibilities:
1. Provide individualised support to students with SEN and SEMH needs
2. Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, adapting your approach to suit different learning styles
3. Help children who communicate differently or need additional emotional or behavioural support to feel seen, heard and valued
4. Support students during classroom activities to encourage engagement, focus and participation
5. Assist with the implementation of personalised learning plans and behaviour support strategies
6. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate
Requirements:
7. Previous experience working with children or young people, experience within SEN settings is highly desirable but not essential
8. A calm, patient and empathetic approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
9. Strong communication and listening skills
10. A background in child or adult care, youth work, education or similar support roles is highly desirable
If you’re not already Thrive trained, we can support you with free Thrive training through Protocol Education, helping you build your skills and making you even more attractive to schools.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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