# SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic and resilient individual looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people?

Aspire is currently recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural challenges within a specialist educational setting.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work with young people who require additional support to access education, develop social skills, and build confidence. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with support tailored to their individual needs, strengths, and aspirations.

Our partner schools pride themselves on providing a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment where students feel safe, valued, and supported. Through innovative approaches and personalised learning strategies, staff work together to help every student overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

## Key Responsibilities

* Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs * Supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), SEMH needs, and challenging behaviour * Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistent support and guidance * Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons * Supporting students both inside and outside the classroom * Promoting independence, confidence, and social development * Building positive and trusting relationships with students to help them engage in learning * Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and other professionals to support student progress * Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

## The Ideal Candidate

* Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, ASC, SEMH, or behavioural needs is desirable * Experience within education, youth work, care, support work, sports coaching, or similar settings is advantageous * A calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting young people * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * The ability to build rapport and establish positive relationships * A proactive and adaptable attitude * A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people to succeed

## Why Apply?

* Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people every day * Gain valuable experience within specialist education settings * Work alongside experienced and supportive professionals * Develop your skills in behaviour support, autism awareness, and inclusive education * Opportunity for long-term and permanent positions

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a team committed to improving outcomes and changing lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding career supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.