SEND Teaching Assistants - Stafford

SEND Teaching Assistants Needed – Secondary Schools Across Staffordshire

Stafford | Stone | Cannock | Lichfield
Postcodes: ST15, ST16, ST17, ST18, WS11, WS12, WS13 & WS14

Salary: £92.63–£110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? We're recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming secondary schools across Staffordshire, supporting students to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

Whether you have previous school experience or have worked in care, youth work, support work or another SEND setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Your role will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for students with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other additional learning needs.
• Supporting students in accessing the curriculum by adapting activities to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement within the classroom.
• Assisting students with communication, emotional regulation and social development throughout the school day.
• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Implementing strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where appropriate.
• Working closely with the school's SENDCO, teachers and pastoral team to ensure every student receives the support they need.
• Building positive relationships with students, helping them overcome barriers to learning and celebrate their achievements.

⭐ We're looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (school experience is beneficial but not essential).
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

⭐ What we offer:

✅ £90–£110 per day, depending on experience
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
✅ Long-term and permanent positions available
✅ Supportive local secondary schools across Staffordshire
✅ A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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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