Teaching Assistant – SEND

Location: Brighton
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: Full-time

We are seeking a highly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, anxiety, and challenging behaviour. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of strategies to support these children effectively and be confident in their ability to adapt and implement tailored approaches in an educational setting.

Experience in schools or similar educational environments, as well as familiarity with the National Curriculum, is highly desirable. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children who require additional support to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to children with a range of SEN needs, including ASC, ADHD, trauma, SEMH, and anxiety.
• Develop and adapt strategies to support challenging behaviours, ensuring a calm and structured environment.
• Use a variety of approaches to engage students in learning, both academically and socially.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCo to develop and implement personalised support plans aligned with the National Curriculum.
• Monitor and document student progress, adapting interventions as needed to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with students, encouraging confidence and participation in school life.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Extensive experience working with children with SEN, particularly ASC, ADHD, trauma, SEMH, anxiety, and challenging behaviours.
• Strong understanding of behavioural management strategies and techniques.
• Familiarity with the National Curriculum and ability to support students in accessing it effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work in schools or educational settings.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, SENCo, and support staff.
• Ability to adapt approaches to suit individual needs, ensuring each child receives the support they require.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• Qualifications in SEN, child development, or related areas are desirable but not essential.

If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, apply now to join a dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

– Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
– Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.