SEND Teaching Assistant
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SEND Teaching Assistant
Coventry
Full time
£40,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Description
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
- Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions.
- Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
- Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
- Maintains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
- QTS via BEd, PGCE, or equivalent
- National Award for SEND Coordination (NASENCO) or equivalent
- DBS check required
- Experience in SEND teaching or leadership
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
About the School
This broad-spectrum special academy in Coventry is rated Good by Ofsted and is celebrated for its commitment to tailored education and student independence. Known for its welcoming, improvement-driven ethos, close governor involvement, and consistent support systems, it's an ideal environment for impactful SEND leadership.