Teaching Assistant

FOUR SEN SUPPORT VACANCIES – Immediate Start

Yeovil | Full-Time | 8.40am to 4.30pm | £13.75 per hour

A well-established specialist provision in Yeovil is seeking dedicated staff to support pupils aged 4 to 18 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), autism, communication and interaction needs, physical disabilities and complex behavioural needs. The school is known for its nurturing ethos, personalised curriculum and strong team culture where every child is supported to thrive.

Current Opportunities

Teaching Assistant – Supply (32 hours a week)

• Flexible classroom support across the school

• 1:1 and small group learning assistance

• Ideal for adaptable practitioners with SEN experience

Teaching Assistant – Permanent (40 hours a week)

• Consistent class-based role

• Supporting personalised learning plans and care needs

• Building strong relationships with pupils and families

Senior Teaching Assistant (39 - 40 hours a week)

• Leading small group interventions

• Mentoring and guiding other support staff

• Supporting behaviour strategies and progress tracking

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (40 hours a week)

• Delivering planned lessons and covering classes when required

• Leading targeted interventions

• Supporting teachers with planning and assessment

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 6 months’ childcare experience, particularly with SEN pupils

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

• Patience, resilience and a proactive attitude

• Strong safeguarding awareness and teamwork skills

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay

• Access to specialist SEN CPD

• Dedicated consultant support

• Pension and referral benefits

Interested? Contact: himaya.kumaradasa@teachingpersonnel.com 

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