1:1 SEN Classroom Assistant

ABC Teachersis seeking a caring and resilient Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with Primary & Secondary School students in an SEN School in Stourport on a full-time basis.

Hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Monday- Friday

About the Role

• Adapt or explain learning materials to suit the student s ability.
• Implement strategies and interventions outlined in the student's IEP.
• Use tailored tools, visuals, or technology to aid learning.
• Monitor and record progress toward learning goals.
• Help the student regulate emotions and behaviour.
• Use positive behaviour reinforcement strategies
• Manage any challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
• Record daily progress, incidents, or challenges.
• Provide feedback to teachers, SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and sometimes parents.
• Attend team meetings regarding the student s development.

The School

• This school offers specialised education for students aged 7 to 19, focusing on supporting those with Autism, ADHD, challenging behaviour, Social Emotional Mental Health needs, physical and learning difficulties, including visual impairment.
• The school is set in expansive grounds, with small class sizes, often working on a 1:1 basis to ensure that each student can learn in a relaxed and supportive environment. The individualised approach ensures that all students receive the attention and care they need to thrive academically and emotionally.
• The dedicated staff are committed to helping students reach their full potential and they work closely with students to build the skills necessary for independent living and success in adult life.
• The school believes that self-development includes not only personal growth but also the opportunity to give back to both their local and the broader community. To achieve this, they have invested in various on-site social enterprises, including cafes, farm shops and heritage centres. These initiatives provide student and adults with a safe and supportive environment where they can learn valuable social and vocational skills.

About you:

• Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.

• Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students
• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What ABC Teachers offer

As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).