SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision | September Start | Peterborough 🌟

Support Young People to Achieve Their Full Potential

πŸ“ Location: Peterborough

πŸ•’ Hours: 30 Hours Per Week

πŸ“„ Contract: Long-Term Opportunity

Looking for a Rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant Role?

Are you a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact?

We're recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Alternative Provision in Peterborough, working with students who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASC), ADHD, and other additional learning needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

Why Join Remedy Education?

βœ… Long-term, stable placement

βœ… 30 hours per week

βœ… Supportive leadership and experienced staff

βœ… Dedicated consultant throughout your placement

βœ… Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

βœ… Rewarding role where every day makes a difference

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll provide tailored support to pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll help create a calm, structured and engaging learning environment where students feel safe, valued and able to succeed.

Your Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN

Support students with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs

Encourage positive behaviour using consistent strategies

Assist with emotional regulation and wellbeing

Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs

Promote confidence, independence and engagement

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals

We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from:

SEN Teaching Assistants

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)

Graduates interested in SEN education

Essential Requirements

βœ” Experience supporting children or young people with SEN

βœ” Calm, patient and resilient approach

βœ” Strong behaviour management and communication skills

βœ” Passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

βœ” Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

βœ” Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Desirable Experience

Alternative Provision or PRU experience

Autism (ASC), ADHD or SEMH support

Team Teach or de-escalation training

SEND qualifications

Personal care experience (where applicable)

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Please contact Rylan on :

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