Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chichester
Salary: £88.92 - £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediately
About the School
This welcoming Chichester school supports pupils of all abilities and focuses on inclusivity and well-being. The school provides tailored SEN support, ensuring that every child has access to personalised learning and guidance in a safe and nurturing environment.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with additional learning needs, helping them achieve their potential. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to implement differentiated strategies, monitor progress, and provide targeted assistance both academically and socially.
Responsibilities
* Provide one-to-one or small group support for pupils with SEN
* Assist in implementing personalised learning plans and classroom activities
* Support behaviour management and encourage positive social interactions
* Use visual aids, structured routines, and sensory strategies to aid learning and transitions
* Conduct observations and provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress
* Deliver personal care if required, in line with school policy and safeguarding guidance
Qualifications
* Relevant experience supporting children with SEN in school settings
* Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and differentiated teaching strategies
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Awareness of safeguarding and child protection requirements
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To apply
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, provide a full CV with references, and hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS.
For more information or to register your interest in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our team will be in touch.