SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are working closely with one of our partner secondary schools to recruit a dedicated SEN Support Staff member to work with KS3 and KS4 students. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for someone looking to secure a long-term role within a supportive school environment.

The Role

You will be supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to access the curriculum and develop both academically and socially. Support may be provided on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, depending on student needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting SEN students across KS3 and KS4 in and out of the classroom

• Assisting with differentiated learning activities

• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement

• Working closely with teachers and the SENCO

• Encouraging independence, confidence, and inclusion

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (education, care, or youth work)

• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

• Willingness to commit long-term, with the aim of moving to a permanent contract

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• A temp-to-perm pathway with a trusted partner school

• Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• The opportunity to make a real difference in a young person’s education

If you are looking for a rewarding role supporting SEN students at secondary level and are ready to take the next step towards a permanent position, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel.

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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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