Teaching Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time)

Yeovil, Somerset

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Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their full potential? Do you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same and every success, no matter how small, is celebrated?

An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Yeovil on a permanent, full-time basis.

Starting in September 2026, with flexibility for an earlier start if preferred, this role offers the chance to become part of a highly supportive team committed to transforming the educational experiences of children and young people with additional needs.

About the Position

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them access learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills.

• Provide tailored support to pupils both individually and in small groups
• Encourage engagement, participation, and positive learning behaviours
• Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning programmes
• Support communication, social development, and emotional regulation
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Help monitor progress and celebrate achievements

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be patient, resilient, and genuinely committed to improving outcomes for children with additional needs.

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, or support settings
• A strong understanding of SEND or a desire to develop specialist knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solution-focused
• A positive attitude and collaborative approach to teamwork

Qualifications are valued, but personal qualities, enthusiasm, and commitment are equally important.

Why Join This Opportunity?

This permanent role offers excellent professional development and the chance to build a rewarding long-term career within specialist education.

You will join a setting where staff wellbeing, collaboration, and pupil progress are at the heart of everything.

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment specialist
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities
• Guidance throughout the interview and onboarding process
• Long-term career support and progression advice
• Competitive rates and transparent communication
• Opportunities to access specialist SEND training
• A trusted recruitment partner with extensive experience across UK education

Apply Today

If you are ready to inspire, encourage, and support young people to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role ahead of September 2026, with the possibility of joining the team sooner.

Submit your application today and take the next step towards a truly rewarding career in specialist education.

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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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