Teaching Assistant
- Secondary SEN Support
- Somerset
- Full Time
Job description
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The Opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive specialist setting in Yeovil.
This role involves working with pupils aged 4–18 who have a range of complex needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism (ASD), physical disabilities, and communication challenges.
Pay Rate - £14.50 per hour
About the School
This exceptional specialist provision is known for its inclusive, nurturing environment and strong multidisciplinary approach.
The school is committed to enabling every pupil to reach their full potential, supporting both their educational progress and personal development. Staff work collaboratively to provide a structured, safe, and engaging setting tailored to each child’s individual needs.
The Role
- Support teaching and learning for pupils with complex SEN on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Assist with literacy, numeracy, and communication-based activities
- Help pupils access the curriculum using ICT and specialist equipment
- Support behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence skills
- Assist with personal care, mobility, and daily routines where required
- Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
Requirements
- Minimum 6 months’ childcare experience
- Experience supporting children with SEN is highly desirable
- Patient, resilient, and proactive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay
- Access to CPD and specialist SEN training
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities to gain long-term or permanent roles
- Access to a wide network of specialist schools
If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and want to make a meaningful difference, we would 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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