Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Secondary SEN School

Coventry | Full Time | Long-Term | September Start

Vision for Education are recruiting for a flexible and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEN school in Coventry from September.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of classes and age groups, supporting students with diverse learning needs from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5.

The school caters for secondary-aged students with a variety of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), including non-verbal students
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Complex communication needs
• Sensory and physical disabilities
• Medical needs

The school provides a highly supportive and structured environment where staff work collaboratively to help students achieve their individual goals and maximise independence.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Support students across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Work on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist students with communication, learning and engagement
• Support non-verbal students using a variety of communication methods
• Provide personal care where required
• Assist with feeding, mobility and physical support for some students
• Support students during practical activities, therapies and life-skills sessions
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence and independence
• Adapt to different classes and needs across the school

This is a varied role requiring flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to work with students who have a wide range of needs.

The school welcomes applicants from backgrounds including:

• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Care Assistants and Support Workers
• Youth Workers
• Health and Social Care professionals
• Residential Support Workers
• Individuals with experience supporting people with disabilities

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting individuals with SEN, disabilities or additional needs
• A flexible approach and willingness to work across different classrooms
• Confidence supporting students with ASC, SLD and PMLD
• Understanding of non-verbal communication strategies
• A positive and patient attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to provide personal care when required

Previous SEN experience is beneficial but not essential for candidates with transferable care or support experience.

• Supportive and welcoming staff team
• Opportunity to work across a broad range of SEN needs
• Valuable experience supporting KS3, KS4 and KS5 students
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment
• Rewarding role where every day is different

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• FREE CPD and SEN-focused training
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role within a specialist secondary SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.