SEN Teaching Assistant

Be the Person Who Makes a Difference

SEN Teaching Assistant – Yeovil | Full-Time | September 2025 Start
(Flexible start dates and part-time options available)

Do you believe that every child deserves the chance to succeed, no matter their challenges?

If you’re driven, compassionate, and ready to support learners who need it most, this could be the role that changes your life—and theirs.

A number of highly regarded specialist schools in the Yeovil area are welcoming new team members to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as those with additional learning difficulties such as autism and complex communication needs.

A Setting That Values Progress Over Perfection

Across these schools, every learner is treated as an individual.

The environments are calm, respectful and structured—designed to rebuild confidence, develop emotional resilience and help students re-engage with learning.

Spanning early years to post-16, these schools pride themselves on creating spaces where pupils feel safe, heard and supported.

From smaller classroom groups to therapeutic learning models, staff are trained and trusted to support pupils in ways that truly work. You’ll become part of a team that cares deeply—not just about academic success, but about wellbeing and growth in every form.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and therapists to support students both in class and in small groups.

Your role may involve helping children manage emotions, re-focus on tasks, or simply giving them the encouragement to keep going when things get tough.

Your consistency, empathy and presence will play a key part in helping students make real progress.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

As a national education agency, we’ll provide the tools and guidance you need to succeed.

From regular CPD opportunities to a friendly, knowledgeable consultant who knows the local schools, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

You'll benefit from flexible work patterns, excellent weekly pay through our PAYE system, and real chances for long-term growth in specialist education.

Key Information

This is a full-time position starting in September 2025, with the option to begin earlier depending on availability.

The working day runs from 8.30am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, and roles are available across both primary and secondary phases for pupils aged 3 to 19.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to be a steady hand, a supportive voice, and a vital part of a young person’s journey, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and discover how rewarding a career in SEN education can be with Teaching Personnel.

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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