Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Penzance, Cornwall
Start Date: Immediate and September 2025 starts available
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 30.5 hours per week | Term-time only (39 weeks + holiday entitlement)
Salary: £17,910 actual (FTE £24,926)
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?
Teaching Personnel is working on behalf of a highly regarded SEN school in Penzance, Cornwall, to recruit multiple dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants.
This exciting opportunity comes as part of a planned expansion and an increase in pupil numbers from September 2024. The school provides a high-quality, individualised education for young people aged 3–19 with moderate to complex learning difficulties, in a setting that places well-being, progress, and personal development at the heart of its practice.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with severe and complex needs in accessing learning and personal development opportunities.
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Work closely with teachers and multi-agency teams to implement individual learning plans and care strategies.
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Foster inclusive relationships that promote confidence, independence, and self-esteem.
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Provide personal care and support medical needs, where appropriate (full training provided).
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Assist with behaviour management using trauma-informed and proactive strategies.
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Accompany students on school trips and off-site activities where required.
What We’re Looking For:
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A warm, empathetic, and resilient individual with a genuine interest in supporting children and young people.
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Experience working with children or young people with SEN and/or challenging behaviours is desirable.
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Adaptability and teamwork; able to support across different age groups and levels of need.
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Commitment to continuous professional development – all staff receive training including safeguarding, Team Teach, and medical care.
What the School Offers:
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A welcoming, supportive team committed to inclusive education.
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Extensive training and development opportunities tailored to the role.
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a specialist environment with a strong reputation for innovation and care.
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment vetting in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
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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