At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support to a primary pupil with complex needs in a specialist SEN school.
- Company: Vision for Education, dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free training, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Long-term role with opportunities for progression and specialist training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on a child's education and wellbeing every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with complex needs and a compassionate approach required.
The predicted salary is between 20700 - 25300 £ per year.
- 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School
- Coventry | Full Time | Long-Term | September Start
Vision for Education are recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a primary-aged pupil with complex needs at a specialist SEN school in Coventry from September.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the education and wellbeing of a child who requires consistent, personalised support throughout the school day.
- About the School Setting
- The school supports primary-aged pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including:
- Complex learning difficulties
- Physical disabilities
- Autism (ASC)
- Communication and interaction needs
- Medical and sensory needs
The successful candidate will be working closely with an individual pupil who requires high levels of support both academically and physically.
Personal care and physical assistance form an essential part of this role.
The Role
The successful 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant will
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
- Assist with learning activities tailored to the pupil's individual needs
- Support communication and engagement in lessons
- Provide personal care, including toileting and hygiene support
- Assist with mobility, positioning and physical support where required
- Support emotional wellbeing and social development
- Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals
- Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil
This role requires patience, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting children with complex needs.
Who We're Looking For
The school welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds, including
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Care Assistants and Support Workers
- Health and Social Care professionals
- Residential Support Workers
- Individuals with experience supporting children or adults with disabilities
The ideal candidate will have
- Experience supporting individuals with complex physical needs and learning difficulties
- Confidence providing personal care
- A nurturing and compassionate approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive and reliable attitude
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Previous experience within an SEN or care setting is highly desirable.
Why Join This School?
- Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's daily life
- Specialist training and development opportunities
- Long-term role with potential for progression
- Rewarding and fulfilling working environment
- What Vision for Education Offer
- Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
- FREE CPD and specialist SEN training
- Dedicated consultant support
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
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Teaching Assistant in Coventry employer: Vision for Education Ltd
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