SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Plymouth
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Daily Rate: £89 – £95 (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP – Ongoing

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by providing tailored support in a supportive and inclusive school setting.

The Role:

As a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work 1:1 or with small groups of pupils with a range of SEN including autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language needs

• Support learning, engagement, and emotional regulation throughout the school day

• Adapt resources and use strategies to meet individual pupils’ needs

• Liaise with class teachers and SENCOs to ensure effective support

• Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment

Ideal For:

• Experienced TAs or support workers

• Graduates considering a career in education or psychology

• Calm, patient, and resilient individuals passionate about making a difference

• People with previous experience in schools, care settings, or youth work

What We Offer:

• A full-time role with consistent hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

• Competitive pay: £89 – £95 per day

• On-the-job training and the opportunity to build SEN expertise

• A supportive team and the chance to work in a variety of educational settings

• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate, with potential for permanent roles

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs (preferred but not essential)

• A proactive and positive attitude

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

• Commitment to supporting inclusive education

If you’re looking to take your first or next step into SEN support work, we’d love to hear from you. This is your chance to join a passionate team making a daily impact.

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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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