SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking empathetic and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils on a 1:1 basis in primary schools throughout Plymouth. Many of the pupils you’ll work with have additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, or SEMH, requiring tailored support and consistency.

Role Expectations:

• Provide 1:1 support to children with Special Educational Needs (in-class or outside of class)

• Support behaviour regulation, sensory needs, and communication strategies

• Liaise with SENCOs, class teachers, and external professionals

• Contribute to EHCP support planning and pupil progress monitoring

Requirements:

• Experience working with SEN pupils (in schools or alternative settings)

• Calm, nurturing, and resilient personality

• Ability to form trusting relationships with children who may be anxious or dysregulated

• Team Teach or similar behaviour support training desirable

About Teaching Personnel & Compliance:
As part of Teaching Personnel, you’ll receive dedicated consultant support, access to CPD (e.g., autism awareness, behaviour management), and a structured vetting process ensuring all placements meet safeguarding standards.

Join us to make a real difference in children’s lives and enjoy flexible working around your lifestyle.

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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