SEN Teaching Assistant
Location – Truro
Contract Type – Permanent, Full Time
Start Date – 6th January 2026
Salary – £89.33 - £95.06 per day
Key Responsibilities
Provide a calm and structured support network for students
Adequately assist learners with EHCPs
Provide support to learners in and out of the classroom
Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures
Teaching Personnel are delighted to share that we’ve been selected by a large Multi Academy Trust covering schools across Cornwall and Devon to provide their supply and staffing support.
This means that from 1st November 2025, Teaching Personnel will be one of the approved agencies that this Trust works with directly for all their teaching, support and cover requirements.
As part of this new partnership, we’re expanding our pool of daily supply teachers to work in a range of SEN schools across Cornwall and Devon.
What we’re looking for
Resilience, calm and patience
Previous experience working with SEN students
Strong communication skills, dealing with both teachers and students
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Safeguarding Level 2 (Not essential)
What we offer
Competitive pay & progression opportunities.
Free & subsidized training, including CPD courses.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Weekly pay via BACS – no umbrella deductions!
Opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding SEN setting.
How to apply
If this role is of any interest to you, we would love to hear from you! Send us your latest CV today and join us. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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.
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