Teaching Assistant - SEND

Full-Time Teaching AssistantLocation: Northampton, Northamptonshire (NN3) Position: Full-Time Teaching AssistantSetting: Specialist SEND SchoolTimePlan Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Northampton on a full-time basis.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference every day.About the RoleYou will be working alongside experienced teachers and support staff to provide personalised support to pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, speech and language needs, sensory needs and physical disabilities.Your responsibilities will include:Supporting pupils with their learning and developmentProviding one-to-one and small-group supportEncouraging communication, confidence and independenceSupporting pupils to engage with classroom activitiesHelping pupils develop essential life and social skillsUsing a range of communication strategies and resourcesSupporting personal care where requiredCreating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environmentWorking closely with teachers and the wider support teamCelebrating and encouraging every pupil''s individual progressWhat We''re Looking ForThe successful candidate will be:Caring, patient and empatheticPassionate about working with children and ..... full job details .....