REWARDING OPPORTUNITY: SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT (FOCUS ON SOCIAL & COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT) – SEPTEMBER START

Location: Hinckley
School Type: SEN Primary School
Salary: £480 - £520 per week (term-time only)
Start Date: September
Job Type: Full-Time
Are you a graduate who loves working with children and wants to make a real difference in the lives of young learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
This is your opportunity to support primary-aged children in developing key social and cognitive skills during their vital early years of education.
Why Join Us?
Our specialist SEN primary school provides a nurturing, structured environment for children with a range of complex needs including communication difficulties, sensory processing challenges, and developmental delays.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll support children’s emotional well-being, help them build trusting relationships, and assist them in becoming confident, curious learners.
Your Role:

Join a dedicated team where your support is key to each child’s progress. You’ll:

• Support Early Cognitive Development: Help pupils build attention, memory, language, and problem-solving skills through creative and play-based learning.
• Promote Social Interaction: Guide children in turn-taking, sharing, emotional regulation, and building friendships in both structured and free play settings.
• Tailor Support: Adapt lessons and resources in line with each child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP), ensuring they feel safe, seen, and supported.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, therapists, and families to create a consistent and nurturing learning experience.
• Learn & Grow: Access specialist training in areas like autism support, sensory strategies, and emotional literacy.

Why Choose Shape A Life?
Shape A Life connects caring and ambitious graduates with fulfilling roles in inclusive education. This role offers meaningful experience for anyone considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or social care.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, or a related subject (all graduates welcome).
• A passion for working with young children and supporting those with additional needs.
• Great communication skills and a calm, positive attitude.
• Patience, empathy, and a willingness to learn — no prior SEN experience required!

What You’ll Gain:

• A welcoming, child-centred school community.
• Online Safeguarding Training Courses.
• Ongoing support from Shape A Life consultants.
• Mentorship from experienced SEN and early years professionals.
• Clear routes into teaching, therapy, and SEN support careers.

Ready to Help Little Learners Thrive?
Click ‘Apply’ to send your CV to Rachel at Shape A Life.
Shape A Life is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, right-to-work verification, and provide suitable references.

Please refer the Job description for details