SEN Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Immediate Start)

Location: Bury St Edmunds

New Year, New Opportunities! Are you ready to make 2026 a year of impact and growth? We are seeking passionate Specialist SEN Teaching Assistants to join our Outstanding-rated specialist school in Bury St Edmunds, starting immediately.

Essential: A full UK driving licence and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service are required to start quickly.

Why Join Us?

Step into a supportive, inspiring environment where every day offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people aged 5–18 with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD).

Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other specialists to help students reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one and small-group support for students with MLD and additional needs.
• Assist in lesson planning and delivery under teacher guidance.
• Support students’ emotional, social, and behavioural development.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally MLD.
• Full UK Driving Licence – essential for on-site and off-site activities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service – or willingness to obtain one immediately.
• Excellent communication, patience, and a proactive attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Start 2026 with a role that is rewarding, challenging, and impactful.

Apply now with your updated CV for immediate consideration.

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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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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