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SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

  1. SEND Support
  2. Plymouth
Date posted : 27/01/26
  1. Full Time
£90 - 100 per day

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a school team from Monday 23rd February 2026. This is a full-time role, supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them access learning in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience working with children (essential)

  • Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (desirable)

  • Must be able to drive

  • Must hold business-use car insurance

  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach

  • Ability to follow individual education plans and behaviour strategies

Daily Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN

  • Supporting learning activities under the direction of the class teacher

  • Assisting pupils to stay focused, engaged, and motivated throughout the school day

  • Implementing strategies outlined in EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans

  • Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and social interaction

  • Encouraging independence and positive behaviour

  • Assisting with transitions between lessons and activities

  • Supporting pupils during break times and lunch periods when required

  • Recording observations and providing feedback to teaching staff and SEN leads

  • Ensuring safeguarding procedures and school policies are followed at all times

Working Pattern:

  • Monday to Friday

  • 8:30am – 3:30pm

  • Term-time only

This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and committed to making a positive impact on their education and wellbeing.

Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity starting in February 2026.

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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