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Part Time SEN Teaching Assistant

Job title: Part Time SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Leicester
Industry: SEN
Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Reference: 0000273028_1726151420
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Matt@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: SEN School, Leicester

Position: Part-Time

Salary: £90 - £100 per day

Our partnered SEN school in Leicester is looking for a dedicated and skilled Part-Time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification and have proven experience working with children with severe learning difficulties. This role involves supporting either/both primary or secondary-aged students with high needs, and the successful candidate will play a crucial role in helping these children achieve their educational and personal goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Support: Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with severe learning difficulties, assisting them in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.

Personal Care: Assist with personal care needs as required, including toileting, feeding, and mobility, ensuring students' dignity and comfort are maintained.

Behavior Support: Implement positive behavior management strategies to support students' social and emotional development, creating a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Educational Assistance: Work closely with teachers to adapt lesson plans and teaching materials to meet the individual needs of students with high needs, including those with complex requirements.

Communication: Engage effectively with students, parents, and other professionals, providing regular updates on progress and contributing to Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and assessments.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential records of student progress, behavior, and other relevant information, and report any concerns to the SENCO or appropriate staff members.

Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training and professional development to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in SEN education.

Key Requirements:

Education: A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or a similar qualification is essential.

Experience: Demonstrable experience working with children with severe learning difficulties, ideally within a primary or secondary school setting.

Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Knowledge: A solid understanding of SEN policies, procedures, and best practices, including strategies for communication and behavior management.

Personal Attributes: A compassionate, patient, and resilient individual who can remain supportive and calm in challenging situations.

Desirable Qualifications:

Additional training or qualifications related to specific SEN needs, such as autism spectrum disorders or severe behavioral challenges.

Working Hours:

This is a part-time position. Working hours are flexible to your life!

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a CV detailing their relevant experience and qualifications .

Equal Opportunities:

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age.


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.

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