SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Haverhill 100 - 125 Haverhill, Suffolk Start ASAPFor the right pupil, having one consistent adult in their corner can completely change how their school day feels.We''re looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to work with a school in the Haverhill area, supporting pupils who need additional help to access learning, manage the school day and build confidence in the classroom.This role would suit someone who is patient, dependable and genuinely interested in understanding the individual needs of the pupils they support. Previous SEN experience is valuable, but just as important is your ability to build trust and remain calm when a pupil is finding things difficult.What will you be doing?As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you''ll work alongside teachers and other support staff to provide consistent classroom support.Depending on the pupils you''re working with, your day may involve:Providing one-to-one and small-group supportHelping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activitiesBreaking tasks into smaller, achievable stepsSupporting communication and social interactionEncouraging confidence and greater independenceHelping pupils regulate their emotions and remain engagedFollowing individual support and behaviour strategiesWorking closely with teachers, SEN staff and other education professionalsThere will be days when progress is obvious and others when it might simply mean a pupil staying engaged for a little longer, completing something they previously ..... full job details .....