SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - SEN School (Carlisle)

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 08:45-15:30 - Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs? Veritas Education are working closely with a specialist SEN school who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a secondary-aged class with a range of additional needs.

About the Role

You will be supporting students aged 11-16 with needs such as Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech & Language needs, and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. Your role will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging, differentiated activities
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and develop positive social skills
• Using de-escalation strategies and behaviour support techniques
• Supporting personal care where required
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for all learners

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of a Level 2 TA qualification (or above) is desired but not essential
• Experience working with SEN pupils (school, care or youth work backgrounds welcome)
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach
• Strong behaviour management or a willingness to learn
• A genuine commitment to helping young people thrive
• The ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with students

Hours & Contract

• 08:45-15:30, Monday to Friday
• Term-time only
• Long-term and immediate start available (depending on the school's needs)

If you are interested, or know anyone who is, please email your CV to jstephenson@veritas-education.com or call the office on 01772846610 and ask for Jacob Stephenson.