SEN Teaching Assistant
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Hourly Salary:
Experience Required:
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
EduTalent Group are partnering with a specialist education setting to recruit a Teaching Assistant for an SEN school in Hastings.
A rewarding opportunity for a nurturing and reflective individual passionate about supporting students with SEMH and additional needs.
The role focuses on building trust promoting wellbeing and helping students feel safe valued and ready to learn.
You will work within a supportive inclusive and values-led environment.
Responsibilities
Provide individualised emotional academic and social support to students
Help students feel secure respected and engaged in learning
Work closely with class teachers therapeutic professionals and the SEN team
Implement personalised strategies that reflect students needs and strengths
Adapt learning materials to support communication regulation and engagement
Model and promote a values-led approach centred on trust belonging aspiration voice pride and curiosity
Apply Therapeutic Thinking principles using relational reflective and restorative approaches
Requirements
Essential
A calm nurturing and thoughtful approach to supporting children and young people
Strong listening skills with the ability to respond with empathy and consistency
GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics at Grade A* to C
A commitment to positive behaviour approaches and a culture of readiness respect and safety
A willingness to learn reflect and develop professionally within a supportive team
Desirable
Experience of working with students with SEMH ASC or additional needs
Experience within a therapeutic trauma-informed or specialist education setting
An interest in developing skills in Therapeutic Thinking and relational practice
Benefits
The opportunity to work in a setting where relationships and wellbeing are prioritised
Access to high-quality CPD including therapeutic thinking training and reflective supervision
A fulfilling role where you can make a meaningful difference to students lives
A supportive and inclusive working environment focused on care connection and progress
Required Skills:
Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience is desirable but not essential) A patient empathetic and resilient approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
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