SEN Teaching Assistant

At Longcause School, our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering high-quality, tailored education for children with Autism by recognising and nurturing each individual’s strengths, interests and potential.

We’re looking for dedicated, caring individuals who are passionate about special educational needs and are ready to embrace both the challenges and rewards of working in a special school environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings energy and a positive attitude to the workplace

• Has experience or is keen to learn about supporting pupils with complex needs

• Can build strong, trusting relationships and encourage confidence, independence, and social development

• Is adaptable and happy to work with pupils across all ages (reception to year 11)

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community

• A strong culture of professional development and internal progression

• Access to specialist training including: Makaton, Read Write Inc, Rebound Therapy, Speech and Language and more!

• A commitment to staff and pupil mental health and wellbeing

Working Hours: Monday09:00-14:55 Tuesday09:00-14:55 Wednesday08:45-14:40 Thursday09:00-14:55 Friday08:45-14:40

Please note, references will be sought ahead of the interview process and an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post, along with online searches as per safer recruitment guidelines.

For further information, and to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.longcause special school.com. We welcome visits to the school, please call Molly Holt on [phone removed] or email [email removed] to arrange.