SEND Teaching Assistants

Are you a caring Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with special educational needs? A welcoming primary school in Bedford is looking for SEND TAs to join their team and make a real difference.

SEND Teaching Assistant

• Bedford
• Start: April 2026
• Full Time / Part Time
• £90 - £105 per hour (dependent on experience)

Support pupils with a range of needs, including:

• Autism (ASC) – promoting social communication
• Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH)

Your Responsibilities:

• Work one-to-one or in small groups to support learning
• Assist with IEPs and personalised learning plans
• Support social, communication, and independence skills
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and specialists

Essential Job Requirements:

• Experience supporting SEND pupils
• Knowledge of SEND strategies
• Patient, adaptable, and proactive
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why join Teaching Personnel:

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden agency fees
• Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Free CPD and training opportunities to build your career
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Be part of a supportive, professional network of education staff

Apply today to start supporting children with SEND in Bedford from April!

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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