Sen teaching assistant

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time Cover | Immediate Start

Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant Required – Immediate Start Available

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the dedication, patience, and enthusiasm to help students reach their full potential?

We are currently recruiting for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to provide ongoing cover within a specialist SEN provision that operates across mainstream primary and secondary school settings.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils who require additional support with their learning, social development, communication, and emotional wellbeing. You will be joining a supportive and committed team focused on creating positive educational outcomes for every learner.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs in both primary and secondary settings.
• Working closely with teachers and SEN professionals to deliver tailored support.
• Assisting students both within the classroom and during intervention sessions.
• Encouraging engagement, confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Building strong, professional relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

Essential Requirements

Enhanced Child Only DBS registered on the Update Service – applicants meeting this requirement will be fast-tracked through the recruitment process.

Full UK Driving Licence – this is an essential requirement due to the rural location of the schools and limited public transport access.

We Are Looking For Individuals Who:

• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or SEN setting.
• Are patient, resilient, and adaptable.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people.
• Can work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.

What We Offer

• Immediate start opportunities.
• Full-time hours.
• Ongoing support and guidance.
• Valuable experience across a variety of SEN and mainstream educational settings.
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and young people.

If you are passionate about supporting learners with additional needs and meet the essential requirements above, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration. Applicants with an Enhanced Child Only DBS on the Update Service will be prioritised and fast-tracked.

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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.