Become a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant in Bedford!
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have transferable skills and a desire to help students thrive?
If you have experience in roles such as care/support work, emergency services, military, residential care, or coaching, or simply a huge amount of patience, dedication, and enthusiasm—we want to hear from you!
️ The Opportunity: Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistants (TA) in Bedford
Our partner schools in Bedford are actively seeking multiple Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistants to provide essential one-on-one and small group support to children. This is an incredibly rewarding role where you will help students learn, grow, and flourish in a structured and nurturing environment.
No prior school experience? No problem! Your passion and transferable skills are what matter most!
✅ What’s In It For You?
* Sociable Working Hours: Monday to Friday, typically 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (hours may vary slightly).
* NO WEEKENDS: Enjoy your free time with a great work-life balance!
* Fulfilling Role: Directly support and inspire children with SEN every day.
* Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and temp-to-perm options.
* Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced teachers and therapists.
* Competitive Pay & Staff Benefits (via Teaching Personnel).
What We’re Looking For:
* Passion for Working with Children: This is absolutely essential!
* Initiative: The ability to get involved and support classroom activities.
* Transferable Skills: Experience in care, support, youth work, or similar fields is highly valued.
* DBS: A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!
If this sounds like the perfect role for you and you're ready to start your journey in education, don't wait—apply today!
To express your interest or for more information, you can:
1. Contact Kasia directly at katarzyna.frenchteachingpersonnel
2. Apply via the Teaching Personnel website
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⚠️ Important Note: Applications are open only to UK residents. If you have recently moved to the UK, you must provide a police clearance check from your previous country of residence.
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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