SEN Teaching Assistant

Warminster | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Help Young People Reach Their Potential

Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting in Warminster for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dedicated staff team supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs.

Every day is different, and you'll play a key role in helping young people develop academically, socially and emotionally within a structured, nurturing environment.

We are looking for someone who already has experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and who is confident enough to hit the ground running from the beginning of the new academic year.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide high-quality support both inside and outside the classroom.

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning activities.
• Helping students remain engaged, focused and motivated throughout the school day.
• Encouraging independence while providing appropriate levels of support.
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistency and relationship building.
• Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Recording observations and contributing to pupil progress.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider school staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for every learner.

Who We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience working with pupils with autism, SEMH, learning difficulties or complex needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to use initiative.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• The confidence to begin work in September 2026 with minimal supervision.

Experience within a specialist school, alternative provision, residential setting or similar environment would be highly desirable.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency and offers ongoing support throughout your career.

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to free and discounted CPD and training courses.
• Pension scheme.
• Easy access to payslips, bookings and timesheets via the myTP portal.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent employment.
• Continuous support from registration through to placement and beyond.

Take the Next Step

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or call Teaching Personnel on 01202 558848 and ask for Himaya for a confidential discussion about this September 2026 opportunity.

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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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