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Overall Teaching Assistant of the Year
Helen Rawlinson – Hallam Primary School, Sheffield
Helen is transforming lives by giving children with complex communication needs a voice. She develops innovative AAC resources, works with charities and families, and never stops seeking new ways to support children to communicate and flourish. Her patience, creativity, and advocacy are life-changing for pupils and inspiring for the whole school community.
Primary Teaching Assistant of the Year
Luci Young – Christ’s College, Sunderland
Luci works with children on the SEND register, bringing both professional skill and personal empathy as a parent of children with autism. She creates bespoke learning opportunities, from carefully tailored phonics sessions to emotionally supportive reading interventions. Luci ensures every child feels understood, valued, and able to thrive. She is a trusted advocate for pupils, families, and colleagues alike.
Secondary Teaching Assistant of the Year
Liz Goldsborough – Ribblesdale High School, Clitheroe Liz leads the Lexonik reading programme at Ribblesdale with extraordinary dedication. Through her leadership of Lexonik Leap and Advance, she has transformed pupils’ reading skills — with Year 7 pupils achieving an average reading age gain of over five years. Liz’s work ensures that no pupil is left behind, opening doors to the curriculum and changing lives.
Liz leads the Lexonik reading programme at Ribblesdale with extraordinary dedication. Through her leadership of Lexonik Leap and Advance, she has transformed pupils’ reading skills — with Year 7 pupils achieving an average reading age gain of over five years. Liz’s work ensures that no pupil is left behind, opening doors to the curriculum and changing lives.
SEN Teaching Assistant of the Year
Teighan Onyenji – Castledon School, Wickford
Teighan is described as the heart of her school. She combines compassion and professionalism to support pupils with a wide range of needs, always going above and beyond to create an inclusive, supportive environment. Her commitment to nurturing confidence and wellbeing has made a lasting impact on both students and staff.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant of the Year
Anum Saeed – Crowcroft Park Primary School, Manchester
Anum plays a pivotal role in her school, leading lessons across year groups, driving the computing curriculum, and running coding clubs and digital ambassador programmes. She fosters a love of reading in every child, supports parents with literacy and online safety, and even helps coordinate lunchtimes. Her energy, expertise, and commitment make her truly invaluable.
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Newhaven
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Portslade
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East Sussex
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SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Portslade (5 Days Per Week)Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are
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Behaviour Mentor – NorthamptonLocation: NorthamptonStart Date: 1st December 2025Full-Time | Long-TermAre you passionate about making a difference and improving behaviour and engagement in schools? We'
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Greater Manchester
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SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Whalley Range | November StartTeaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly respected and inclusive primary school in Whalley Range, s
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Bedale
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SEND Support
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North Yorkshire
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SEND Teaching Assistant – Bedale Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?Do you want to make a real difference in a welcoming school environment?We’re looking for a
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Barnsley
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Position: KS2 TeacherLocation: Sheffield/BarnsleyJob Description: As a KS2 Teacher in our schools, you will play a crucial role in guiding and inspiring students through a critical stage of their educ
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Brighton
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PMLD
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1-1 Teaching Assistant Location: Walsall / Lichfield / Wolverhampton / DudleyStart Date: ASAP (following vetting process)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only)Salary: £88 -
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