SEN TA

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026

We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school from September 2026.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support pupils with additional learning, communication, behavioural, or emotional needs.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and targeted interventions.
• Foster a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs in a school or similar setting.
• Relevant SEN qualifications and/or substantial SEN experience.
• Knowledge of needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, or learning disabilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children to succeed.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's education and wellbeing.
• Competitive rates of pay.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have previous SEN experience and/or relevant SEN qualifications.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment procedures.

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.
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