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SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant – Backwell
Salary; £22, 996 to £29,982.50 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications)
Permanent Full-Time Term Time Only
Location; Backwell
Hours; 40 Hours per week
Interviews to take place week commencing 20th July

We are proud to be supporting one of our clients who are opening a new school in January 2027, and we’re looking for a number of dedicated Teaching Assistants. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

The school will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 96 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.

The role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing, ensuring every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential. You’ll work closely with the Class Teacher and wider team to create a caring, safe and stimulating environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting pupils with learning activities and reinforcing concepts taught by the teacher.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and adapting responses to meet individual needs.
  • Assisting with personal care, including hygiene, dressing and eating when required.
  • Encouraging independence and personal development.
  • Providing feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
  • Helping prepare resources and contribute to lesson planning and evaluation.

Essential Qualifications

  • GCSE Maths and English (minimum Functional Skills Level 2).
  • Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or willingness to work towards).

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Commitment to putting the child first and treating them as an individual.
  • Ability to promote independence and positive behaviour
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Competent ICT skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in a special school setting.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.

How to apply?

Please hit the submit button with your CV or email it across to amy@care-edrecruitment.co.uk and we will book some time in the diary for a conversation! There is an application form to complete after too and as the closing date is coming up fast, don’t hesiste to get your CV sent ASAP.

SEND Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant – Horsham
£22,996 – £24,568 dependent on experience
Full-Time Term Time Only
40 Hours per week
Start date – September 2026

Care-Ed Recruitment are proud to be supporting a new specialist school in Horsham!

They are pleased to have opened a new SEND Secondary School in the heart of Horsham, West Sussex for autistic young people aged 11-16. They are a happy school that values kindness and understanding where everyone feels safe. Most of their students are coming to us from mainstream education to have access to an adapted National Curriculum delivered in small classes with a focus on meeting their sensory needs and support for their emotional wellbeing.

The Role:

This is an excellent career opportunity for someone who wishes to have significant training opportunities and to collaborate closely with in-house therapists and clinicians. It requires a focus on establishing strong relationships with students, prioritising their wellbeing above all else. Our Teaching Assistants are integral to the support we offer and are involved in every aspect of school life for each student. Our school works on a model of integrated therapy which means you also deliver strategies and interventions given by the clinical team with support from the SENCO. You will support the learning proactively in class and help personalise each young person’s learning. Additionally, you will be involved in giving regular feedback to parents and other professionals.

Our students will have access to an enrichment curriculum that will include a range of outdoor activities, sports including swimming, visits, and community projects. We welcome applicants who are also enthusiastic to support these activities as well as class-based learning.

Successful candidates are likely to demonstrate:

  • A strong interest in therapy
  • A qualification or genuine interest in psychology
  • Either effective experience working with young people especially those with SEND OR clear potential to learn quickly
  • They have successfully supported neurodivergent people
  • Resourcefulness, resilience and a growth mindset

Candidates must:

  • have a good level of written and verbal English and general education as well as IT skills in order to support our students’ learning. GSCE pass grades or Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths.
  • have the empathy and resilience to work with young people some of whom may experience high anxiety and may exhibit self-harming behaviours, ARFID and disordered eating, and a range of mental health difficulties.
  • be committed to becoming a neuro-informed and a neuro-affirmative practitioner. That requires continuous engagement in learning and a genuine belief in a neuro-affirmative approach.
  • be outstanding in their pastoral and safeguarding practice

We offer:

  • Small classes with the opportunity to establish strong relationships with all students.
  • The time, support and training for you to prioritise safeguarding, pastoral care and the overall wellbeing of all students.
  • The chance to work with, and learn from, an onsite clinical team including a Clinical Psychologist, OT and SaLT. There are also opportunities to be involved in research that will support our students and the wider neurodivergent community both in terms of education and mental health.
  • A rare opportunity to be part of a team creating a new school and culture that will change the lives of many young people and their families within the community.

How to Apply:

Get in touch with Amy on amy@care-edrecruitment.co.uk or 07442087457 for an application form and/or if you’d simply like to learn more about the role!