SEN Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting young people who need extra help to succeed in their education?
A specialist secondary school in Salisbury is looking for a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time from September 2025.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive setting, helping students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
About the Role:
You will support students aged 11–16 in a small, structured learning environment.
Working closely with teachers and support staff, your role will involve providing 1:1 and small group support, encouraging positive behaviour, and helping pupils engage with learning both academically and emotionally.
Why This School?
This is a unique and nurturing environment designed to meet the needs of pupils who have found mainstream settings difficult.
The staff team is experienced, welcoming and highly focused on building relationships and restoring students’ confidence in education.
The school places a strong emphasis on trust, personal development, and celebrating progress – no matter how small.
Every day brings an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
Key Qualities We’re Looking For:
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A calm, empathetic and resilient nature
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Experience working with young people or those with SEN/SEMH (desirable)
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A willingness to support students’ emotional and social development
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Confidence in managing challenging behaviour in a supportive way
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel offers:
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A dedicated consultant who understands SEN environments
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Weekly pay via PAYE
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Free and subsidised access to specialist training and CPD
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Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
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£50 referral bonus for recommending other educators
Start a role where your presence will have a real impact – apply now to join a team that puts pupils first.
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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