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We are looking for a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join a compassionate and highly skilled team at a specialist school in Thetford. This is a full-time, long-term role where you will support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), social and emotional challenges (SEMH), and moderate learning difficulties. If you are looking for a role where your patience and empathy are your most valuable tools, we want to hear from you.
Job Responsibility:
Personalised Mentoring: Deliver 1:1 support that follows a student's specific learning style, helping them engage with sensory-rich activities and adapted lessons
Regulation Support: Act as a calming influence during moments of distress, utilising positive behaviour strategies and "cool-down" techniques to help students regain focus
Communication Aid: Assist non-verbal or pre-verbal learners using visual aids, symbols, and basic sign language to ensure their needs and feelings are understood
Goal Achievement: Help students reach the milestones set out in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), celebrating every small victory along the way
Social Integration: Facilitate inclusive play and social interaction during breaks and group activities, helping students build vital peer relationships
Requirements:
An Empathetic Heart: A genuine desire to improve the lives of young people with additional needs
Resilience: The ability to stay positive and proactive, even during challenging days
Adaptability: You can think on your feet and change your approach to suit a student's fluctuating energy or sensory levels
Experience: Previous work with children or adults in a care, school, or youth work setting is highly desirable
Vetting: You must hold an enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
What we offer:
Consistent Income: Competitive daily rates of £90 - £95
Stability: A guaranteed full-time schedule during term time in a local Thetford school
Growth Opportunities: Access to free, accredited training in Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, and Moving and Handling
Supportive Network: A dedicated consultant who will guide you through the placement process and beyond
Referral Bonus: Earn £300 for every successful friend you refer to us!