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SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Teaching Personnel is seeking a skilled and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Sherborne area from September 2026.

This full-time opportunity is ideal for someone who already has experience supporting children and young people with additional needs and is confident stepping into the classroom from day one.

We are looking for someone who can quickly build positive relationships, adapt to individual learning requirements, and become a valued member of an established team. This position would suit a proactive professional who is passionate about helping pupils achieve both academically and personally.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver tailored support throughout the school day. You will help create a structured, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to succeed.

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support.
• Assisting with personalised learning activities.
• Promoting communication, independence, and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour using consistent strategies.
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs.
• Monitoring progress and contributing to pupil development.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and families where appropriate.
• Helping prepare resources and maintaining an inclusive classroom environment.

What We're Looking For

• Have previous experience working within SEN or specialist education.
• Can confidently hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate patience, resilience, and a positive outlook.
• Build trust and strong professional relationships.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, pupils, and parents.
• Are committed to delivering high-quality support every day.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Free and discounted CPD training to develop your skills.
• Access to specialist education opportunities across the local area.
• Pension contributions.
• Flexible career progression and continued professional development.
• A straightforward registration process with guidance throughout your journey.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to start September 2026 and want to make a lasting impact in a rewarding specialist setting, 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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