SEN Teaching Assistant

February 2026 Opportunity: Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant

Full-Time | Immediate Start
Bury St Edmunds

Kick off February with a rewarding new role! We’re currently recruiting experienced Specialist SEN Teaching Assistants to join an Outstanding-rated specialist school in Bury St Edmunds. This is a full-time position with an immediate start!

A full UK driving licence is essential due to the location.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in supporting children and young people aged 5–18 with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) within a nurturing, structured, and supportive environment. Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff, you’ll help students thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with MLD and additional needs

• Support lesson delivery under the guidance of the class teacher

• Promote students’ emotional, social, and behavioural development

• Help maintain a calm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Requirements

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally MLD

• Full UK Driving Licence – essential

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Strong communication skills, patience, and a proactive approach

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

✨ This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference within a school that truly values specialist support, care, and dedication.

Apply now with your updated CV for immediate consideration and start February in a role that matters!

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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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