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SEN Teaching Assistant - Exeter Sen-school

1st September start
Full Time
Posted 5 days ago
Expiring 1st September
Exeter, Devon
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We are seeking a resilient and supportive Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist setting. You will support students on a 1:1 and small group basis, helping them to engage in learning, regulate behaviour, and build positive relationships in the classroom. The role requires patience, consistency, and a calm, confident approach to managing challenging behaviour. Key responsibilities: Support pupils with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom Assist the class teacher with behaviour management strategies Encourage positive engagement and emotional regulation Build trusting relationships with students Help create a safe and structured learning environment Requirements: Experience working with children or young people (SEMH/SEN desirable) Strong behaviour management skills Calm, empathetic, and resilient nature Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
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We are pleased to introduce a welcoming and supportive school community dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of every child. At our special school, we place the child at the centre of all we do, fostering an environment where individuals feel secure and valued. Catering for approximately 150 students aged 7 to 18, our school specialises in supporting pupils with SEMH needs, including high-level anxiety, school refusal, and those who are autistic and/or have ADHD. Our ethos is encapsulated in our motto: ‘Belong, Believe, Achieve’. Within our nurturing environment, we strive to create a sense of belonging, build confidence and belief in each learner, and inspire them to pursue their aspirations. We actively collaborate with parents, carers, and relevant professionals to deliver personalised learning opportunities, ensuring engagement regardless of where learners are on their educational journey. Our goal is for students to enjoy learning and school, and to feel like valued members of our school family. Our curriculum aims to develop learners holistically, addressing their cognitive and social needs. While achieving accreditation is important, we also focus on equipping students with essential life and social skills to prepare them for adulthood and participation in the workforce, whether through paid or voluntary roles. We value outdoor learning and recognise its benefits for development, including pathways such as the John Muir and Duke of Edinburgh Awards, which promote positive health and wellbeing. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to support learners within a calm, high-quality, and nurturing environment, ensuring every student can thrive.

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