Are you passionate about helping children and young people with diverse and complex needs reach their full potential? We are seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting that supports learners aged 2 to 19 with a wide range of developmental, learning, and communication needs.
About the Setting
This is a specialist provision supporting students with:
- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- A wide range of complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
All children and young people have EHCPs, and the school environment is designed to offer meaningful, personalised, and aspirational learning experiences. The provision operates across multiple age phases, from Early Years through to Post-16, with a focus on developing independence, communication, life skills, and personal development. There are specialist classes and a highly supportive staff team committed to meeting the individual needs of all learners.
What You’ll Do
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support students with individualised learning programmes, tailored to their developmental levels, sensory needs, and communication styles.
- Promote independence, curiosity, and engagement through meaningful, structured activities.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and external professionals to deliver a consistent and coordinated approach.
- Assist with personal care, communication systems (such as visual timetables or AAC), sensory integration strategies, and routine management where required.
- Foster a calm, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the setting’s strong focus on personal development and positive behaviour.
What We’re Looking For
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
A current Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service is required to work within this safeguarding‑focused specialist environment.
Compassion & Patience
You understand that learners may require significant time, repetition, or calm reassurance to engage successfully.
Adaptability & Creativity
You are confident working across early years, primary, secondary, and post‑16 pathways, adapting your approach to a variety of complex needs.
Commitment to Inclusion
You believe every young person deserves challenging, relevant, and accessible learning opportunities that help them progress academically, socially, and emotionally.
Team‑Focused Mindset
You value collaborative practice and thrive in a specialist environment where communication and teamwork are essential to providing high‑quality care and education.
Why Join Us?
- A chance to work with highly experienced staff in specialist classes designed to support a diverse range of needs.
- Opportunities to contribute across multiple age ranges, from early years to sixth form.
- A supportive environment committed to continuous improvement, personal development, and meaningful student outcomes.
If this sounds like you - please apply or email your CV to: tom.baker@teachingpersonnel.com
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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