SEN Teaching Assistant Temporary

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Permanent, Contract, Temporary)
SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (Stoke-on-Trent)
Astro Education are proud to be working with a wonderful school in Stoke-on-Trent, seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Role

* Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position

* Providing 1:1 support for a child with special educational needs

* Delivering small group and individual interventions

* Helping to create a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating classroom environment
Requirements.

* Primary area of need:
Communication and Interaction

* Additional needs in Cognition and Learning, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), and Physical/Sensory development

* Awaiting assessment for ASC and ADHD

* Strong visual learning and number recognition skills

* Requires support with attention, communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction

* Benefits from visual routines, structured support, and calm, consistent guidance

* Needs help with fine motor skills and safety awareness

The Ideal Candidate

* Experience of working with SEN / SEND is essential

* Knowledge of strategies to support children with complex needs

* Enthusiastic, caring, patient, and committed to making a difference

* Able to promote engagement, emotional regulation, and independence

* Works effectively as part of a wider school team
Why Work with Astro Education?

* Support and mentoring from an experienced ex-Headteacher

* Fair, transparent rates of pay

* Free CPD and professional development opportunities

* Roles available across Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and SEN settings

* Hassle-free registration process and the ability to set your preferences for location, year group, and work pattern
About Astro Education
At Astro Education, our mission is to promote ethical working practices and build strong, transparent relationships between schools and educators. We believe in creating supportive environments where both staff and pupils can thrive.
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