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SEN Teaching Assistant
Imperial Academy

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Summary

Price
£189 inc VAT
Or £63.00/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
576 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
180 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price) (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

With the number of pupils requiring Special Educational Needs (SEN) support rising steadily—an increase of over 13% in recent years across UK schools—the demand for skilled SEN Teaching Assistants has never been higher. The SEN Teaching Assistant Course equips learners with the essential knowledge, practical strategies, and confidence needed to support children with diverse learning, behavioural, and developmental needs.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of SEN categories, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Learners will explore classroom adaptations, communication methods, intervention strategies, and techniques to foster inclusion, independence, and wellbeing.

Ideal for those entering education or transitioning into specialist support roles, the programme ensures you develop the skills schools highly value today. By completing this course, you’ll be prepared to assist teachers, contribute to personalised learning plans, and create nurturing, structured environments where children can thrive academically and emotionally.

Start building a meaningful career in SEN support and make a real difference in children’s learning and development.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand key SEN categories and their characteristics confidently.
  • Apply inclusive teaching strategies suited to diverse learning needs.
  • Support children using adapted communication and behavioural techniques.
  • Assist with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and progress tracking.
  • Promote positive behaviour using evidence-based interventions.
  • Recognise and respond to social, emotional, and mental health needs.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and families.
  • Use assistive technology to enhance learning.

Achievement

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - Included

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price)

Included in course price

CPD

180 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

The SEN Teaching Assistant Course provides a deep understanding of how to support learners with special educational needs in school, childcare, and learning environments. Through practical guidance and real-life scenarios, the course covers behavioural support methods, communication techniques, and strategies for adapting lessons to meet individual needs.

Learners will explore effective ways to support children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences, while also gaining insight into social, emotional, and mental health needs. The programme emphasises inclusive practice, positive behaviour management, and the creation of supportive learning environments.

With a strong focus on collaboration, the course also highlights the importance of working with teachers, parents, and specialists to ensure consistent, holistic support. By the end of the course, participants will be confident in assisting with learning plans, reinforcing classroom routines, and helping children build independence, engagement, and emotional wellbeing.

Course Curriculum of SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Module 01: Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview
  • Module 02: SEN Support
  • Module 03: High Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN
  • Module 04: SEN Teaching Methodologies
  • Module 05: Communication and Interaction
  • Module 06: Cognition and Learning
  • Module 07: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties
  • Module 08: Sensory or Physical Needs
  • Module 09: Working in Partnership

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring or current Teaching Assistants wanting SEN specialisation.
  • Individuals working in childcare or early years settings.
  • Parents or caregivers of children with SEN seeking practical skills.
  • Those transitioning into education or support roles.
  • Anyone passionate about helping children with additional needs.

Requirements

Anyone can enrol in this course.

Career path

  • SEN Teaching Assistant (£20,000 – £28,000)
  • Classroom Support Worker (£19,000 – £27,000)
  • Behaviour Support Assistant (£22,000 – £30,000)
  • Learning Support Assistant (£20,000 – £28,000)
  • Autism Support Worker (£22,000 – £32,000)
  • SEMH Support Worker (£23,000 – £35,000)

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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