SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Kempston

Sector: Education and Training

Start Date: ASAP

Weekly Pay: £460 - £500

We are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Kempston that is seeking a compassionate, proactive, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.

This is more than just a job - it is a meaningful opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people with additional needs, helping them build confidence, independence, and achieve their full potential.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Kempston, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to provide tailored support that enables every child to thrive.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Patient, empathetic, and nurturing
• Reliable, consistent, and committed
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Calm and resilient in challenging situations
• Proactive and able to use their initiative
• A positive role model for young people
• Comfortable working 1:1 and in small group settings
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Able to commute to Kempston

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs
• Support small groups to reinforce learning objectives
• Assist the class teacher with planning and adapting activities
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support plans
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Support pupils with communication and social development
• Encourage independence and confidence-building
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources
• Monitor and record pupil progress where required
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What's in It for You?

• Immediate start available
• Competitive weekly pay (£460-£500) based on experience
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
• Supportive and collaborative staff team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A varied and rewarding role where every day is different
• The chance to make a genuine difference in young people's lives

Who This Education and training Role Would Suit:

• An experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
• A Psychology or Education graduate seeking practical school experience
• An aspiring teacher, educational psychologist, or therapist
• A support worker looking to transition into education
• Someone passionate about inclusion and specialist education

Interested in the SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity?

If you are ready to take the next step in your education and training career and want to join a supportive specialist school in Kempston where your contribution truly matters, apply today.

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