1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

WorkwithSchools are hiring dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with special educational needs in school settings across York and North Yorkshire. We are looking for patient, creative and empathetic individuals who can provide tailored academic and emotional support, helping children feel safe, engaged and ready to learn. You will need to be able to balance academic learning with emotional wellbeing, adapting your approach when needed in order to help children develop confidence, resilience and independence. Flexible hours and competitive pay rate on offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one academic and emotional support tailored to an individual child's needs.
• Break down learning tasks into manageable steps to build confidence and independence.
• Use practical, creative activities to maintain engagement and encourage participation.
• Apply effective communication and behaviour management strategies to support positive outcomes.
• Build trusting relationships and respond empathetically to individual needs and challenges.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Essential Skills and Qualities

• Empathy and patience: Understanding a child's individual needs and providing consistent, compassionate support.
• Practical skills and creativity: Developing engaging activities that encourage learning, participation and motivation.
• Strong communication: Communicating clearly with children and working effectively with teaching staff.
• Behaviour management: Using appropriate strategies to support emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement.
• Adaptability: Responding flexibly to changing academic, social and emotional needs throughout the school day.

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