Academics Ltd
SEN Teaching Assistant
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Are you looking for a role where you can support children to overcome challenges, discover their strengths, and enjoy their education? Do you have a caring nature and a passion for helping young people succeed? This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Chippenham, Wiltshire could be the perfect chance to begin or develop a rewarding career in specialist education.
A specialist school in Chippenham, Wiltshire is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will be supporting children with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, and complex educational requirements.
Role Overview
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping children access the curriculum and engage with school life in a way that suits their individual abilities. You will provide practical classroom support, encourage participation in activities, and help children develop confidence in their own skills.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide practical classroom support
- Encourage participation in activities
- Help children develop confidence in their own skills
- Work closely with children to understand their learning styles
- Adapt support where needed
- Encourage independence
- Assist with classroom routines
- Support communication development
- Promote positive interactions
- Help create an environment where pupils feel comfortable and motivated to learn
Why Apply?
- Support pupils with a range of additional needs within a specialist school setting
- Gain practical experience supporting learning, communication, and independence
- Work alongside experienced teachers and specialist education professionals
- Develop valuable skills in inclusion, classroom support, safeguarding, and pupil engagement
- Ideal experience for future careers in teaching, psychology, therapy, and education
Salary
£85-£110 per day
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Application Information
This SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, building positive relationships, and seeing the progress that can come from personalised support. You will have the opportunity to become an important part of children's educational journey while developing skills that can support your own professional growth.
If you want a role where every day brings the opportunity to encourage, support, and inspire young people, this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Chippenham, Wiltshire is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education.
Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Chippenham, Wiltshire, and take the next step towards a rewarding career supporting children with additional 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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