SEN Learning Support Assistant - Torbay

SEN Learning Support Assistant – Torbay
Location: Torbay and surrounding areas
Pay: £90–£95 per day (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours (term time only)
Contract: Temporary to long-term opportunities available

Are you an experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant looking for your next rewarding role in Torbay?
Teaching Personnel are working closely with several specialist and mainstream schools across the area, supporting students with a wide range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and communication difficulties.

We’re looking for passionate, patient, and adaptable individuals who can make a genuine difference in the classroom.

The Role:

• Support children with special educational needs (SEN) on a 1:1 and small-group basis.

• Help students access the curriculum through tailored support strategies.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies.

• Implement EHCPs and behaviour support plans effectively.

• Encourage emotional regulation, communication, and social interaction.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting students with SEN (school-based or care environment).

• Understanding of trauma-informed and positive behaviour approaches.

• Excellent communication and empathy skills.

• A calm, resilient, and caring approach to support every learner’s individual journey.

• Commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for all students.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates (£90–£95 per day).

• Dedicated consultant and ongoing support from Teaching Personnel.

• Access to free CPD courses, including Autism Awareness, Team Teach, and Safeguarding.

• Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression in SEN education.

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a nurturing, inclusive school community, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or contact Joshua Brown at Teaching Personnel for more details about SEN opportunities across Torbay.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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