Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist Secondary School, Bradford
Bradford Specialist SEN School
Supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of complex needs
Hydrotherapy Pool & Personal Care Support
ASAP Start
Full Time
£95-£100 per day (depending on experience)
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

NextGen Teachers are currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in Bradford.

The successful candidate will work as part of a dedicated and supportive team, providing learning, pastoral and personal care support to secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs and additional needs.

The school provides a nurturing, inclusive and highly specialist learning environment, supporting pupils with needs including autism, complex communication difficulties, learning difficulties and behaviours that may challenge.

The role will involve supporting pupils both within the classroom and across the wider school environment, helping them to access learning, develop independence and build positive relationships.

The school also has access to a hydrotherapy pool, and the successful candidate may support pupils during hydrotherapy sessions and other physical, sensory and therapeutic activities.

You may also be required to support pupils with personal care, toileting and changing needs, ensuring that pupils are treated with dignity, respect and compassion at all times.

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, compassionate and passionate about supporting young people with SEN.

The Role:

• Supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of SEN and additional needs.
• Providing classroom and learning support to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Supporting pupils with communication, social and emotional development.
• Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and life skills.
• Supporting pupils with personal care, toileting and changing needs where required.
• Maintaining pupils' dignity, privacy and wellbeing during personal care routines.
• Supporting pupils in accessing the hydrotherapy pool and other sensory and physical activities.
• Following individual pupil support plans, care plans and risk assessments.
• Supporting pupils who may display behaviours that challenge.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to engage with their learning.
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Supporting pupils throughout the wider school environment, including break and lunch times.
• Creating a safe, calm and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.

The role is available to start ASAP and will initially be offered on a temporary basis, with the potential to develop into a long-term or permanent position for the right candidate.

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
• Experienced in working with children or young people with SEN, ideally within a specialist or secondary setting.
• Confident supporting pupils with autism, communication needs and learning difficulties.
• Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care and changing needs.
• Confident managing and supporting behaviours that challenge.
• Resilient and able to remain calm and positive in a busy specialist environment.
• Willing to support pupils with hydrotherapy and physical/sensory activities where required.
• A strong team player who works well alongside teachers and other professionals.
• In possession of an Enhanced DBS, or willing to obtain one.
• Educated to a minimum of GCSE Grade 4/C in English and Maths.
• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or within a specialist setting would be highly beneficial.

Why Work with NextGen Teachers?

At NextGen, we have a personalised approach that means we take the time to understand the needs of both schools and candidates, carefully matching the right people to the right environments.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

Interested? Apply today with your CV to jasmin@nextgenteachers.co.uk

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