SEN Teaching Assistant - 2:1 Behaviour & Independence Support
| Posting date: | 29 December 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 9SW |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4755355_1767007794 |
Summary
We are recruiting a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 2:1 support for a learner with additional needs who is transitioning back into structured learning and developing independent living skills. This role is ideal for candidates with a support worker, care, SEN, SEMH, or behaviour support background.
About the role
- Provide 2:1 support for one learner alongside another member of staff
- Focus on independent living skills, emotional regulation, and engagement
- Support the learner in structured activities rather than traditional classroom lessons
- Use de‑escalation strategies and positive behaviour support
- Assist with routines, transitions, and personalised learning plans
- Work collaboratively with the wider support and pastoral team
What you'll need to succeed
- SEN Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, or Care Worker background
- Experience with ASC, SEMH, complex needs, or challenging behaviour
- Confident using de‑escalation, Team Teach, MAPA, or similar training
- Experience supporting independence, life skills, or personalised learning
- Ability to build trust and maintain professional boundaries
Benefits
- Competitive daily rate
- 12‑week temporary to permanent opportunity
- Supportive SEN environment with ongoing training
- Work alongside an experienced and dedicated support team
- Opportunity to develop skills in behaviour support and independent living
- Make a meaningful impact in a learner's progress and independence
What you need to do now
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