SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Minehead, Somerset
Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential to go permanent)
Pay: -14.66 per hour PAYE / -16.14 per hour Umbrella
Start: ASAP

Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools in the Minehead area. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with special educational needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of SEN, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH and cognition & learning needs
• Supporting pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging positively in learning
• Assisting the class teacher with tailored interventions and differentiated activities
• Helping create a calm, safe and supportive classroom atmosphere
• Encouraging independence, emotional regulation and confidence in pupils

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school, care, support work, or similar)
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Competitive hourly rates
• Full support from a dedicated consultant
• Free training, including safeguarding, prevent and behaviour management
• Opportunity to gain experience in a highly supportive school
• Potential for long-term progression

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