SEN Teaching Assistant
7 days ago
Teaching Assistant
We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Chippenham. This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and is committed to helping them thrive both academically and emotionally.
The Role – Teaching Assistant
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important part in supporting pupils aged 4–19 across the school. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Offering 1:1 Teaching Assistant support as well as small-group assistance to help pupils access learning.
Working with students who have a variety of needs including ASD, communication difficulties, sensory needs, PMLD, mobility challenges, and developmental delays.
Creating a calm, safe and encouraging space where children can learn at a pace suited to their individual needs.
Assisting with personal care, feeding, and moving & handling where required (full guidance and support can be provided).
Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff and families as part of your Teaching Assistant duties.
Working closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff to deliver consistent and personalised support.
Using visual resources, communication systems or tools such as Makaton to help students communicate and understand routines.
This Teaching Assistant position is varied, engaging, and incredibly rewarding.
About the School
The setting supports children and young people with a wide range of complex and additional needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will benefit from:
Small class groups and high levels of classroom support.
A strong focus on communication, sensory development and independence skills.
Access to therapists and specialist teams who work closely with Teaching Assistants.
A friendly, collaborative staff team dedicated to helping every child succeed.
The school is easily reachable from Chippenham, Corsham, Calne, Lyneham, and nearby areas.
Requirements for the Teaching Assistant Role
To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, you should:
Be patient, adaptable and calm under pressure.
Have some form of experience supporting children or young people (professional or personal).
Be comfortable supporting pupils with a range of complex and additional needs, including personal care.
Be a strong communicator and a reliable team player.
Ideally hold a DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
Be willing to undertake training and continue developing as a Teaching Assistant.
Salary
£88.92 – £100.00 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
What Vision for Education Offer
Weekly pay through PAYE.
Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to eligibility).
Pension contributions.
Full AWR compliance.
Free CPD courses and Teaching Assistant training opportunities.
A knowledgeable consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
A generous refer-a-friend scheme.
All applicants will need to complete full safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS.
How to Apply
To apply for this Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV or contact William Toal for more information.
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