Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Brighton
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: 08:30 to 15:30

We are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant in Brighton to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with challenging behaviour, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA is a profile associated with ASC that is characterised by high levels of anxiety and a heightened drive to avoid demands and expectations. Children with PDA often need a calm, flexible approach, free from confrontation, and require consistent guidance to help them feel secure. Your role will involve adapting strategies to accommodate these needs, ensuring the pupil remains engaged in learning and progresses within a supportive environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with ASC and PDA, adapting tasks to suit their needs.
• Implement behaviour strategies to address challenging behaviour, maintaining a calm learning environment.
• Use visual aids and communication tools to enhance engagement and understanding.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to follow tailored learning and care plans.
• Monitor progress and adapt approaches to meet the evolving needs of the pupil.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive classroom setting that encourages positive interactions.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Previous experience working with children that have special educational needs.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour related to ASC and PDA.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
• The ability to be adaptable, remain calm in challenging situations, and respond to the needs of the pupils.
• Must be able to understand and follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and behavioural policies.
• Qualifications relating to education, special educational needs, counselling, or psychology are not essential but will be looked upon favourably.

If you are interested or wish to discuss this role further apply now!

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.