SEN Teaching Assistant - Nottinghamshire
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SEN Teaching Assistant – Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Salary: Pay to scale (Depending on level of experience)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
You’re the calm in the classroom. The steady support. The person who helps children feel understood, safe, and ready to learn.
We are working in partnership with inclusive and nurturing primary mainstream and specialist schools across Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, who are currently seeking SEN Teaching Assistants. These schools support pupils with SEN and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and are committed to creating structured and supportive learning environments where every child can thrive.
The Role:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support across primary settings
- Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs both inside and outside the classroom
- Help pupils build confidence, resilience, and positive routines
- Support emotional regulation and encourage engagement in learning
- Work closely with teachers and support staff to provide consistent support and care
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
- Has a background in care, youth work, education, or mental health support
- Demonstrates patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
- Builds positive relationships quickly and maintains a calm, consistent approach
What you’ll get:
- Full-time, long-term opportunities across local schools
- Working hours typically 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
- Competitive daily pay depending on experience
- Supportive school teams focused on staff and student wellbeing
- Ongoing training and support from a dedicated consultant
You’re not “just” a Teaching Assistant — and we ensure the schools recognise the difference you make every day.
Apply Now: aayush.purohit@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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