SEND Teaching Assistant - Full Time - Tiverton

SEND Teaching Assistant – Tiverton, Devon | Immediate Start

Location: Tiverton, Devon
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm
Pay: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Agency: Teaching Personnel – UK’s leading education recruitment agency

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Tiverton. The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, and other learning difficulties. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a trauma-informed environment that prioritizes student wellbeing and personalised learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN
• Assist with classroom activities and behaviour management
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Support students’ emotional and academic development

Requirements

• Passion for working with SEN pupils
• Experience in education, care, or youth work (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication, patience, and resilience
• A proactive and flexible approach to learning support

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive daily rates and access to permanent roles
• Free and subsidised CPD courses (e.g., Autism Awareness, Team Teach)
• Weekly pay via BACS – no umbrella company deductions
• Full pension scheme and dedicated consultant support

Apply Now
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of students with SEND, apply today!

Call: 01392 920363
Email: jack.rowland@teachingpersonnel.com

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