Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? A specialist SEN school in Folkestone is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and nurturing team.

This school supports pupils with Autism (ASC) and complex learning needs, providing a highly structured and supportive environment where every student is given the opportunity to thrive. Staff work closely together to create a safe, engaging and therapeutic learning space tailored to each child's needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils both academically and emotionally. You will help create a positive learning environment and provide personalised support to help students reach their full potential.

Why Work in an SEN School?

Working in a specialist SEN setting can be incredibly rewarding. This role offers:

* Smaller class sizes allowing you to build meaningful relationships with pupils * A highly supported classroom environment with experienced teachers and specialist staff * Adapted curriculum tailored to individual learning styles and needs * Therapeutic and structured approaches that focus on emotional wellbeing as well as education * Opportunities to develop specialist SEN skills and progress within the sector * The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who need it most

The Ideal Candidate

* Passionate about supporting children with ASC and complex SEN * Patient, resilient and empathetic * Strong communication and teamwork skills * Teaching Assistant experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable, but not essential * A positive and proactive attitude towards learning and development

To be an SEN Teaching Assistant - Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a SEN Teaching Assistant today!

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