About the role: Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of neurodivergent children? As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and other special educational needs. Working closely with a fantastic, supportive team, you'll help students with varied needs—including communication, executive functioning, anxiety, and functional skills—access a well-rounded and enriching education. Your role will include assisting the class teacher with tailored activities, adapting materials to meet students' EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) requirements, and fostering a warm, positive environment for students to thrive.

About the school: This outstanding school, highly rated by Ofsted, has cultivated a reputation as a nurturing, inclusive environment dedicated to supporting neurodivergent students. With small class sizes and individualized attention, students can genuinely flourish both academically and socially. The school takes a holistic approach to SEN support, with a strong onsite therapeutic team that integrates speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health support. Staff, parents, and students work collaboratively to create a close-knit community that celebrates every success, no matter how big or small. Here, your impact will be both deeply felt and widely appreciated.

Application Requirements:

• A genuine passion for working with children with SEN/SEND.
• Some experience working with children, preferably in an educational or therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of supporting students with ASD, ADHD, or SLD is ideal but not essential.
• A patient, compassionate approach, and strong communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN.
• Assist in implementing and adapting EHCP plans for individual needs.
• Collaborate with the therapeutic team to enhance students' learning experiences.
• Create a warm, encouraging environment to build students' confidence and independence.
• Support the teacher with classroom management and differentiated learning activities.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate.
• Access to a dedicated therapeutic team for support and professional development.
• A caring, inclusive school environment with strong community ties.
• Regular training opportunities to advance your SEN knowledge and skills.
• Supportive leadership and experienced colleagues to guide and mentor you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance