Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Full time SEN Teaching Assistant – Stoke-on-Trent

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent
Contract Type:
Long term
Setting:
Specialist SEN School
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

🌟 Join Our Supportive SEN School Community

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Our well‑established SEN school in the Stoke‑on‑Trent area is seeking a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive environment and is committed to helping pupils achieve both personal and academic growth.

✨ Key Responsibilities

* Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs (including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and complex needs).

* Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.

* Delivering tailored support to help pupils engage in learning and develop essential skills.

* Assisting with behaviour support in line with school policies.

* Creating a positive, safe, and nurturing classroom environment.

💡 What We’re Looking For

* Experience working with children with SEN (school‑based experience is desirable but not essential).

* A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.

* Strong communication and teamwork skills.

* Commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children.

* A willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a specialist school setting.

🎓 Qualifications (Desirable but Not Essential)

* Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

* SEN‑specific training (e.g., Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Makaton)

🌈 What We Offer

* A warm, welcoming school community with a supportive staff team

* Opportunities to make a meaningful impact every day

* Flexible, part‑time working hours to suit your schedule