SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Primary Schools near Axminster. We’re looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant open to 1:1 SEN support across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. The proposed hours are 19.5 hours a week within school term time, but for the right person, more hours can be made available to best suit you.

Whether you have many years of experience, a graduate exploring teaching, or have previous childcare experience – we would love to hear from you.

The Responsibilities of Your Role:

• Support young pupils in their learning and development
• Assist the Teacher to deliver engaging lessons
• Provide one-to-one SEN support
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

• A DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Experience working with children (school, nursery, or voluntary)
• Knowledge and understanding of MLD, SEMH and ADHD
• A proactive, caring attitude and enthusiasm for education

Why Teaching Personnel?

• Free CPD and training opportunities to support your development
• Work with a dedicated consultant to guide you through every step
• Flexible placements across local schools
• Great opportunities to grow your experience and career

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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