Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Position Type: Full-Time | Long-Term About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Mansfield. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a positive difference in their educational journey. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes.Support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.Encourage pupils' independence, confidence, and social development.Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals to support pupil outcomes. Requirements Previous experience working with children with SEN is desirable.Understanding of a range of special educational needs and effective support strategies.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.A patient, caring, and empathetic approach.Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.