Teaching Assistant (Full Time)
Job description
SEN(D) Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference!
Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible
Are you passionate about empowering young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?
Do you thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment where every day brings the chance to make a positive impact? If so, this SEN(D) Teaching Assistant role in Yeovil could be your perfect next step!
About the Role
Join a leading specialist education provider dedicated to helping students aged 5-16 achieve their full potential. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver person-centred learning programmes that transform lives.
You’ll support learners with a variety of needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities
- Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) challenges
- Complex and Medical Needs
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to help students build confidence, independence, and valuable life skills in a nurturing environment.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
✔ Patient, resilient, and caring
✔ Experienced in SEND or SEMH support
✔ A strong communicator and team player
✔ Knowledgeable about positive behaviour strategies
✔ Committed to making a difference every single day
Why Join Us?
- Full-time, Monday–Friday – enjoy work-life balance
- Holiday pay and competitive hourly rate
- Free access to 10+ online SEND training courses
- Ongoing support from a specialist team
- Be part of a community that values inclusion and growth
Ready to Start Your Journey?
If you’re passionate, motivated, and eager to make a lasting impact, apply today and help shape brighter futures in Yeovil!
Click “Apply Now” and take the first step toward a rewarding career in SEND education.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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