Academics Ltd
SEN Teaching Assistant
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Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?
If you're looking to build a rewarding career in education, psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or mental health, this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Trowbridge, Wiltshire could be the perfect role for you.
About the Role
A welcoming specialist school in Trowbridge, Wiltshire is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 5-16 with Autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, communication needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges. This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers invaluable hands-on experience working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist SEN professionals in a nurturing educational environment.
Responsibilities
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping children access learning in a way that meets their individual needs. Your responsibilities will include:
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- Providing one-to-one and small group support.
- Helping children access learning in a way that meets their individual needs.
- Adapting classroom activities.
- Encouraging communication and social interaction.
- Promoting independence.
- Supporting children with emotional regulation throughout the school day.
- Working closely with teachers to implement individual learning plans.
- Celebrating student progress.
- Creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every child can succeed.
Why Apply?
- Gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism, SEN, learning difficulties, and SEMH needs.
- Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist SEN staff.
- Develop valuable skills in behaviour support, communication strategies, emotional regulation, and safeguarding.
- Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, psychologists, therapists, and education professionals.
- Full-time, Monday to Friday.
- £85-£110 per day.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
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This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity is perfect for someone who is patient, caring, and committed to helping children achieve their full potential. Every day as an SEN Teaching Assistant will provide opportunities to build confidence, support individual learning journeys, and make a lasting impact on children's academic, social, and emotional development.
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If you're looking to begin or develop your career supporting children with additional needs, this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Trowbridge, Wiltshire offers the ideal opportunity to gain meaningful experience within a rewarding specialist education setting.
Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, and take the next step towards a fulfilling career supporting children with special educational needs.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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