Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – 1:1 SEN Support

Location: Bognor Regis
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – Mixed Reception and Year 1 Class
Hours: Part-time, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to provide 1:1 support for pupils with special educational needs in a mixed Reception and Year 1 class. Working closely with children with autism and other SEN needs, you will play a vital role in helping them access the curriculum and reach their potential. Starting as soon as possible, this part-time position offers an excellent opportunity to join a caring and professional educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with a variety of SEN needs, including autism, within the classroom.
• Assist in modifying lessons and activities to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
• Help establish and maintain consistent routines to support pupil engagement.
• Implement behaviour management strategies as required to promote a positive learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with teaching staff to ensure seamless support for the child’s needs.
• Foster a nurturing and supportive relationship with the pupils to encourage their progress and confidence.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Previous experience working with children that have special educational needs.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism and other SEN needs in an educational setting.
• 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 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.