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Teaching Assistant(s) Required

  1. SEND Support
  2. Bedford
Date posted : 01/06/26
  1. Full Time
£92.63 - 100.00 per day

Job description

Teaching Assistant(s) Required 

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Roles

Location: MK42 Area

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to work in schools across the MK42 area on a full-time, long-term basis. These roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with a wide range of additional needs across all age groups, from Early Years through to Post-16 settings.

The Role

  • Supporting pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
  • Working with students across a variety of age ranges and educational settings
  • Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
  • Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and academic progress
  • Supporting pupils with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities

Requirements

  • Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
  • Experience working across different age groups is highly desirable
  • A patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine commitment to helping every learner achieve their potential

What We Offer

  • Full-time, long-term opportunities
  • Competitive daily rates
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • The chance to work in welcoming and supportive school environments

The MK42 postcode area covers Bedford and surrounding communities including Kempston, Elstow, Shortstown, and Wixams.

If you have the SEND experience, dedication, and enthusiasm to support learners of all ages, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for an immediate start.

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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