SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
Job Type: Part-time | Full-time Roles Available
Pay Scale: £13–£14 per hour

Teaching Personnel are working closely with several primary schools across the Salisbury area that have a high level of SEN need. We are seeking experienced, dedicated, and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils within specialist resource bases as well as 1:1 settings outside of the classroom.

These schools are committed to providing high-quality support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, complex learning difficulties, and communication needs. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment, we want to hear from you.

The Roles would require:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or within a specialist resource base
• Working closely with SENCOs, teachers, and wider support teams
• Supporting pupils with personalised learning plans
• Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation
• Providing adapted support to ensure each child can access learning

⭐ We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience working with SEN in a primary school setting
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Flexibility to work full-time or part-time depending on school needs
• A DBS registered on the Update Service (desirable)
• If you don’t have one, Teaching Personnel can support you in applying for a new DBS.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate: £13–£14 per hour
• Opportunity to work in supportive, well-resourced environments
• Ongoing CPD and training through Teaching Personnel
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

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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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