SEN Teaching Assistant
Bury St Edmunds
31.5 hours per week | Permanent
Start date: As soon as possible
Support teaching staff to deliver engaging, inclusive learning for all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs, helping them achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Support learning in class, working 1:1 and with small groups
Assist with literacy, numeracy, and curriculum-based activities
Implement IEPs, behaviour plans, and personalised care programmes
Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and pupil independence
Provide personal care and support medical/health needs where required
Monitor progress, record achievements, and give feedback to staff
Contribute to lesson preparation and classroom organisation
Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers
Support school trips, outdoor learning, and enrichment activities
Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times
Skills & Attributes:
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Proactive, adaptable, and able to use initiative
Patient, caring, and supportive approach
Good organisation and time management
Committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will have:
Experience working within SEND settings
Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1
Excellent classroom management
A caring and nurturing personality
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
Market leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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