SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Working alongside class teachers and inclusion staff, SEND Teaching Assistants support pupils with additional needs. 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

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional needs.
• Calm, structured communicator with strong consistency.
• Comfortable using visual supports and routine-based strategies.
• Strong safeguarding awareness and reliable practice.

About the School

Located in Warwickshire (CV35), this SEND school holds a secure Ofsted Good rating and is recognised for its routine-led, pupil-centred approach. The school supports pupils with autism, sensory processing differences, and emotional regulation needs through highly structured days and calm environments.

Classrooms follow clear visual timetables and predictable routines, helping pupils feel secure and ready to learn. Staff work closely with therapists to embed regulation and readiness strategies consistently across the school day.

Leadership prioritises SEND-specific training and reflective practice, offering CPD in regulation strategies, structured learning approaches, and inclusive practice. The culture is calm, supportive, and purposeful — an excellent environment for someone who values preparation and consistency as foundations for learning.