SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Bourne, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of pupils who require tailored support to access education and achieve their individual goals.

You will work closely with teachers, support staff, and external professionals to provide consistent, person-centred support, helping pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

The Role

You will:

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and within small group interventions.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering engaging, differentiated, and accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including Autism, ADHD, communication needs, and learning difficulties.
• Encourage the development of independence, confidence, and essential life skills.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and wellbeing through consistent and supportive approaches.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning, sensory, and communication needs.
• Use visual aids, structured routines, and positive reinforcement to support engagement and participation.
• Support pupils both within the classroom and during social, play, and enrichment activities.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress, wellbeing, and engagement, providing feedback to the wider team.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Essential

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Is patient, empathetic, and able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Can remain calm, resilient, and adaptable when supporting learners with varying needs.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understands the importance of creating an inclusive, nurturing, and supportive environment.
• Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Has a proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning and development.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a SEND school, specialist provision, mainstream school, care setting, nursery, youth work, or support-based role.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, or complex learning needs.
• Knowledge of strategies such as sensory support, visual communication, co-regulation, and positive behaviour approaches.
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Supporting Teaching & Learning, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working alongside therapists, SEND professionals, or multidisciplinary teams to support pupil outcomes.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person