SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – Martock

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a range of supportive schools across Martock and the surrounding areas.

Whether you’re experienced in SEND or looking to start a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Pay Rate: £90–£100 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–3:30pm

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, adapting learning to individual needs
• Assist in delivering EHCPs, IEPs, and behaviour support plans
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive social interaction
• Support emotional wellbeing, communication, and behaviour regulation
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCo, and wider support staff

We’re Looking For:

• Previous SEND experience (desirable but not essential)
• Transferable experience (e.g. care work, youth work, psychology, family SEND experience)
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine desire to learn and develop within education

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

• Weekly PAYE paid every Friday – no umbrella deductions
• Short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities
• Free SEND and safeguarding CPD courses
• A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement
• £50 referral bonus for educators you recommend
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Clear pathways into permanent roles
• Competitive pay – we’ll match or beat other agency rates!
• MyTP Work App to manage bookings and your diary easily

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now or send your CV to:

jack.rowland@teachingpersonnel.com
01392 920363

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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