SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Brighton
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (High Needs ASC, ADHD, SEMH)
Hours: 08:30 to 15:30 Monday to Friday (It is possible this could be mornings only for five-days a week)

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join a team that is dedicated to providing the best educational support for children with high needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adapting and delivering the curriculum to meet the individual needs of pupils with additional needs. You will need to demonstrate a range of successful techniques and strategies you have used in previous roles to support the learning, engagement, and well-being of children with complex needs.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work 1:1, in small groups and across the class room to support children with high needs, including ASC, ADHD, and SEMH.
• Adapt and modify the curriculum to suit the individual learning styles and needs of children with additional needs.
• Implement and use specific strategies and techniques, such as visual aids, structured routines, and positive reinforcement, to engage students and manage behaviour.
• Support the children in overcoming barriers to learning, including social interaction, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Monitor and record progress, adapting approaches where necessary to ensure effective learning.
• Collaborate closely with class teachers and the wider SEN team to ensure a holistic approach to the child’s education and well-being.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Proven experience working with children with high needs, particularly those with ASC, ADHD, and SEMH.
• Demonstrable ability to adapt teaching techniques to cater for children with complex needs, providing evidence of approaches that have been successful.
• Experience with managing challenging behaviours and using de-escalation techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of teaching tools and strategies to enhance engagement and learning for children with special educational needs.
• Ability to support children’s social and emotional development, helping them to build confidence and resilience.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach, with the ability to stay calm and adaptable in challenging situations.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.

If you are a highly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with the passion and skills to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs, apply today!

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.