SEN Teaching Assistant

About the Role

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly, nurturing and forward-thinking school that prides itself on celebrating every achievement, big or small.

With engaging learning environments, specialist activity spaces and a warm, collaborative staff team, this setting offers an inspiring place to grow your skills while helping young people thrive.

Primary and secondary roles are available, and every day brings variety, purpose and the chance to make a real impact.

What You Will Do

• Support students with personalised learning and communication

• Encourage positive engagement in classroom and sensory-based activities

• Contribute to fun, structured routines that promote independence

• Help create a calm, inclusive and motivating atmosphere

• Assist teachers with learning plans across a wide age range

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 6 months childcare experience, ideally supporting SEN

• A warm, adaptable and patient approach

• Willingness to assist with a range of learning and pastoral needs

• Ability to work confidently with students aged 3 to 19

• A driver is essential due to the location of the school

Why This School

• Supportive leadership and an encouraging team ethos

• Creative learning approaches including outdoor, sensory and practical activities

• A culture that values progress, confidence and enjoyment in learning

• Training and ongoing support available from experienced staff

Why Work with Teaching Personnel

• Weekly pay through PAYE

• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance

• Free and discounted CPD courses to support your development

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

If you are enthusiastic, caring and ready to begin a rewarding journey supporting young people, we would love to hear from you.

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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