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Send Teaching Assistant - Secondary

United Kingdom, Lichfield 89.00 - 100.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted May 19, 2026
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Secondary school can be a daunting place for any teenager, but for a student with SEND, it can feel like an impossible puzzle. We are seeking a resilient, relatable, and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 with needs ranging from Autism (ASD) and ADHD to Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Your goal isn't just to help them finish a worksheet; it's to give them the tools to navigate the classroom, build friendships, and gain the independence they need for life after school.

Job Responsibility

  • 1:1 Mentoring: Support a specific student through their timetable, helping them break down complex instructions into manageable tasks
  • Social Coaching: Help students navigate the social 'minefield' of secondary school, from lunchtimes to group projects
  • Exam Support: Act as a reader or scribe for students during assessments to ensure they can show what they know
  • De-escalation: Use your training to spot triggers early and help students manage their emotions in a busy school environment

Requirements

  • Relatable
  • calm under pressure
  • subject all-rounder
  • committed
  • 121 teaching experience
  • ability to communicate with parents
  • ability to work well under pressure
  • able to inspire
  • be a role model
  • building rapport with children
  • career driven
  • communication
  • effective discipline
  • empathy
  • engaging
  • excellent time management
  • FMS experience
  • good behaviour management skills
  • good classroom management
  • good communication skills
  • good sense of humour
  • high expectations
  • keen to contribute to the life of the school
  • key stage 3 experience
  • key stage 4 experience
  • key stage 5 experience
  • knowledge of A-level specification
  • knowledge of curriculum
  • knowledge of GCSE specification
  • knowledge of subject
  • motivated
  • partake in extra curricular activities
  • passion for education
  • SEN experience
  • set clear objectives
  • SIMS experience
  • sixth form experience
  • teaching assistant experience
  • team player
  • work well autonomously
  • years 7-11 experience

What we offer

  • Long-Term Impact
  • Career Progression
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Collaborative Environment
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